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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 now open for the 2025 McKinsey African Leaders on the Move UK Event. 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 CFA Society Nigeria Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Women in Investment Management (WIM) Scholarship.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2025
Applications are invited from research scientists working in agriculture, forestry or fisheries who would like to conduct research projects abroad, in another member country of the Co-operative Research Programme (CRP) from 6 to 26 weeks. The aim of the Research Fellowships is to strengthen the international exchange of ideas and increase international mobility and cooperation among scientists working in these areas.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
The 2026 Research Training Program (RTP) Scholarship round has now opened. Applications for domestic applicants closes on 31 October 2025, while international applications close on 30 September 2025. Successful applicants will commence their Higher Degree by Research at CDU between 12 January and 27 March 2026.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Launching your Startup in Miami? Apply now for the Scale2Miami & Mana Tech Accelerator 2025 for a funding opportunity of up to $300,000 for your MVP-stage startup.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Wege Prize is an annual competition that ignites game-changing solutions for the future by inspiring college/university students around the world to collaborate across institutional, disciplinary, and cultural boundaries to redesign the way economies work.
Participants contend for $65,000USD in total cash prizes with innovative solutions that are powered by human-centered design, underpinned by a shift to renewable energy, and built on the three core principles of the circular economy.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the IGH-BCCWH Seed Grant Competition 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Sustainable Innovation Seed Accelerator Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
The African Futures Conference is the continent's premier platform to explore and amplify African-led foresight. In 2025, they invite policymakers, analysts, researchers, young changemakers, and foresight practitioners to engage in two days of bold thinking, rigorous analysis and practical collaboration.
Date Posted: 15 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 Stigler Centre Journalists in Residence Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for SCB Graduate Student Research Fellowship Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 ACT Foundation’s Changemakers Innovation Challenge. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the phase 6 of the MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for the DAAD/AGI Research Fellowship Program 2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2025
Are you between the ages of 18 and 35? Do you want to create policies that can make a change? Apply for the ACET Youth Policy Lab 2025.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2025
The Pivot Challenge is not your typical training program. It's a digital transformation movement tailored to Nigeria's most resilient entrepreneurs, the traders, the manufacturers, and the dreamers. Whether you sell fabrics in Ariaria or manage a furniture workshop in Enugu, they are here to help you grow.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 UNESCO AfriMAB-GRÓ LRT Land Restoration Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2025
The WSA Young Innovators Award is an open call for digital solutions (applications, projects, or products) driving positive change, created by young people under the age of 26 from all UN and UNESCO member states.
Date Posted: 12 Aug, 2025
Applications are open for IMG’s Leave Your Mark Grant for Organisations Worldwide. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 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.