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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.
ESG Africa Conference is currently accepting applications for its ESG Student Innovation Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Creative Industries Fund NL is currently accepting applications for its Creative Industry Activities Programme Grant Scheme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Fondation Sommer is currently accepting applications for its Joint Intercultural Projects 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Fondation Sommer is currently accepting applications for its Cultural Projects in Pairs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Hume City Council is currently accepting applications for its Quick Response Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Creative Industries Fund NL is currently accepting applications for its Fresh Perspectives Grant Programme 2026. Interested applciants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Social Science Research Council (SSRC) is currently accepting appliocations for The LEGO Foundation Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Novo Nordisk Foundation has opened applications for its Project Support to strengthen Vocational and Profession-Oriented Education in Technology, Sustainability and Health 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Hume City Council’s is currently accepting applications for its Community Connection Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jun, 2026
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council is currently accepting applications for the LiveSmart Community Environmental Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Heritage Crafts is currently accepting applications for its Endangered Crafts Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the United Nations Human Settlements Program (UN-Habitat) Scroll of Honour Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
International Water Association (IWA) is currently accepting applications for the LeaP Leadership Programme for Young Water Professionals 2026-2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Rhodes Trust is currently accepting applications for its Rhodes East Africa Scholarships 2027 for Postgraduate Study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Rhodes Trust is currently accepting applications for its Rhodes East Africa Scholarships 2027 for Postgraduate Study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Rhodes Trust is currently accepting applications for its Rhodes East Africa Scholarships 2027 for Postgraduate Study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Rhodes Trust is currently accepting applications for its Rhodes East Africa Scholarships 2027 for Postgraduate Study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Rhodes Trust is currently accepting applications for its Rhodes East Africa Scholarships 2027 for Postgraduate Study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Rhodes Trust is currently accepting applications for its Rhodes West Africa Scholarships 2027 for Postgraduate Study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Vodacom Internship Programme 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Jun, 2026
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.