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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.
The Kacie Peters Impact Award is a prestigious recognition established to honor the memory of Kacie Peters, a passionate advocate for clean energy and sustainability. This award aims to acknowledge individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the clean energy sector, embodying the values and dedication that Kacie Peters exemplified throughout her life.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2025
Google's Hustle Academy 2025 will provide free, virtual AI and business training to SMBs in Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa. Building on past success, the program includes a bootcamp and "Hustle Academy Brings You," a speaker series featuring successful African entrepreneurs.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2025
The Financial Times and the World Bank Group have launched the second edition of the Africa Sustainable Futures Awards, a major annual programme that promotes innovative, long-term solutions to development challenges in Africa. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 DBN Entrepreneurship Training Programme (DBNETP). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Oando Foundation Green Youth Upskilling Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize 2026. The Barry & Marie Lipman Family Prize at the University of Pennsylvania is an annual global prize that celebrates leadership and innovation in the social sector with an emphasis on impact and transferability of practices.
Date Posted: 09 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 IIE-Sony Music Group Global Scholars Program. Scholarships may be renewed for up to three additional years or until completing your degree, whichever occurs first.
Date Posted: 09 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the Chat for Health & Al Accelerator 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Jul, 2025
The UCEF 2025 Scholarship Program is designed to support financially disadvantaged Christian university students in Nigeria's South-East and South-South regions
Date Posted: 09 Jul, 2025
Vital Impacts is a women-led 501c3 non-profit organization that uses art and storytelling to amplify and support the work of communities who are protecting people, wildlife and habitats worldwide.
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
The De Boer-van Staveren Fund is intended for innovative basic research on autoimmune diseases by researchers at an early stage of their scientific career
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
They are calling on the youth of Africa to join an inspiring movement, Equations Nomades, that seeks to reinvent the reappropriation of our rich and diverse cultural heritage.
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
Applications are open to interested Rice Processors with experience in the field of the 5-course Rice Miller Business Training (RMBT) Program and Business Development Support (BDS)
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
As part of its linguistic and educational cooperation, the Embassy of France in Nigeria is launching a call for applications to support the creation of Digital Resource Centers in Nigerian universities.
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
Mountainfilm is committed to supporting documentary filmmakers in telling stories that support their mission to inspire audiences to create a better world.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
ACI Foundation is currently offering 48 fellowships and scholarships for high potential students in concrete-related graduate and undergraduate degree programs.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The United Nations – Nippon Foundation Fellowship provides Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing States with advanced training on ocean affairs and the law of the sea, as well as related disciplines, including marine science in support of management frameworks.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly-talented U.S. and non-U.S. scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research projects at a NASA Center
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
Invest Nova Scotia Accelerate is a milestone-based program that helps Nova Scotia start-ups get investment-ready.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The Cynthia Lennon Scholarship for Girls are happy to announce that applications for the 2025 school year are now open to prospective candidates.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 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.