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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Nigeria to help fund your studies abroad or in Nigeria. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are open for the Future for Religious Heritage Photo Competition 2025. Whether you have a passion for photography or simply enjoy taking beautiful pictures during your holidays, this is your chance to share it with an international community of heritage lovers and win a prize for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Applications for the Postdoctoral Fellowships In Asia Research Institute (ARI) 2026-2027 are now open. Interested applicants should click here to learn more about the program and to apply.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the DevelopSpace Grant 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center Fellowships 2026-2027. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the AAUW American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship 2026. The American Postdoctoral Research Leave Fellowship increases the number of women in tenure-track faculty positions and promotes gender equity for women in higher education by providing funding to women in academia to pursue independent research over the course of a year.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Application for the Women in STEM Scholarship are ongoing. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Heirs Insurance Group is calling on all senior citizens between the ages of 50 - 75 years old, who are retired or about to retire from professional service to engage in the Heirs Insurance Retirement Dream Competition 2025.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Are you a recent law graduate? Are you pursuing a career in law teaching? Application for The Reginald F. Lewis Fellowship is Open for applicant. Click here for more information.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the United Nations-Nippon Foundation Fellowship on Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea. Interested applicants can apply here.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Children's Prize 2025: Infrastructure for Life. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is a global initiative aimed at empowering the next generation of transformative leaders.If you are an African student and looking for a master’s scholarship, then the Arizona State University MasterCard Scholarship 2026 is a life-changing opportunity for you! Applications are now being accepted for the Arizona State University (ASU) Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2026.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Are you a young female entrepreneur,with essential entrepreneurial and managerial skills? Apply now for the SERA BY WEMA Transforming Nigeria Youth Cohorts 3 Program.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Harvard Academy Scholars Program 2025-2026. This program is open to recent PhD recipients and doctoral candidates in the social sciences.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the Kellogg Institute Postdoctoral Visiting Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Nominations for the 2026 International and Global Health Awards are due by 11:59 pm PDT on October 1, 2025.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
In partnership with the British Academy, the Royal Society and the Royal Academy of Engineering and supported generously by the Leverhulme Trust, the APEX Awards (Academies Partnership in Supporting Excellence in Cross-disciplinary research) offer established independent researchers, with a strong track record in their respective area and proven ability to lead collaborative work, an exciting opportunity to pursue genuine interdisciplinary and curiosity-driven research to benefit wider society. Successful applicants will be expected to work in collaboration with relevant researchers from other disciplines.
Date Posted: 18 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the NTEN Nonprofit Cybersecurity Readiness Program 2025. Nonprofit Cybersecurity Readiness is a three-month learning program designed to significantly advance the functional security of nonprofits while building cybersecurity leadership, management, and confidence for nonprofit staff.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO-UNEVOC Skills in Action Photo Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 AAUW's International Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 British Academy International Writing Workshops. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
1. What are the top universities in Nigeria?
Some of the top institutions include the University of Ibadan (UI), University of Lagos (UNILAG), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), University of Benin (UNIBEN), Covenant University, and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU). These universities are known for their academic excellence and diverse range of programs.
2. What are the general admission requirements for Nigerian universities?
Admission requirements generally include a minimum of five credits in relevant subjects in your Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE), such as WAEC or NECO. Also, students must sit for and pass the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exam with a score that meets the cut-off for their desired higher institution and program.
3. What is the academic calendar like in Nigeria?
The academic calendar in Nigerian universities is divided into two semesters: the first semester and the second semester.
4. What is the cost of tuition for universities in Nigeria?
Tuition fees vary depending on the institution. Public universities generally have lower tuition fees, ranging from N100,000 to N200,000 per year for Nigerian students, while private universities can charge between N400,000 and 1,000,000 or more per year.
5. Can international students study in Nigeria?
Yes, international students are welcome to study in Nigeria. Generally, admitted international students have to obtain a visa and apply for a Subject To Regularization (STR) visa before leaving their home country. Some universities have specific departments that assist international students with the application process and settling in. Reach out to your prospective university for further instructions.
6. What languages are used for instruction in Nigerian universities?
English is the primary language of instruction in Nigerian universities, as it is Nigeria’s official language. However, students may encounter native languages in informal settings or cultural studies courses.
7. Are Nigerian degrees recognized internationally?
Yes, degrees from accredited Nigerian universities are recognized internationally. However, the level of recognition may depend on the specific country or region, and graduates may need to undergo further credential evaluation for certain professional fields, such as medicine or law.
8. What is the average duration of study for undergraduate programs in Nigeria?
The duration of undergraduate programs in Nigeria typically ranges from 4 to 6 years, depending on the course of study. For example, programs like Medicine and Engineering usually take longer (5-6 years), while courses in the humanities and social sciences may take 4 years.