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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.
Supporting early-career scholars from around the world to make substantial and original contributions to the field of art history.
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2025
The Global Youth Convention 2025, hosted by HISA – Public Policy Research Institute, is a globally recognized platform for emerging youth leaders, policy advocates, and social innovators.
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the 2026 Future for Nature wards!
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2025
The Women’s Leadership Programme allows senior and emerging female leaders to navigate the unique leadership challenges that deter female professionals in the workplace.
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2025
Application for the 5th Cohort of the Visa Acceleration Program - are now open!
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2025
The ADC Fellowship seeks emerging design leaders with demonstrated commitment to advancing social justice and environmental responsibility through their work, deeply rooted in African heritage.
Date Posted: 03 Jul, 2025
The Getty Scholars Program supports a vibrant intellectual community to carry out innovative research about art and its histories.
Date Posted: 02 Jul, 2025
The Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards were established to celebrate entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Date Posted: 02 Jul, 2025
The Sexual Violence Research Initiative (SVRI) is pleased to announce an additional funding envelope as part of the 2025–26 grant cycle, focusing specifically on gender-based violence (GBV) in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), with a particular emphasis on (STEM) disciplines.
Date Posted: 02 Jul, 2025
African Futures Lab (AfaLab) is launching AfaRise Fellowship for visionary young researchers and activits dedicated to dismantling racial injustice across Africa and the global diaspora.
Date Posted: 02 Jul, 2025
Join a diverse community of over 260+ Atlantic Fellows from over 60 countries worldwide dedicated to protecting the world’s aging populations from threats to brain health.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
CCAC is seeking to fund innovative, cross-sector projects that respond to a specific “challenge” — especially those that unite the super pollutant community around a common goal.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship program is intended to recognize international students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and who are recognized as leaders within their school.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
Nobel Women’s Initiative (NWI) invite applications for the 2025 Sister-to-Sister Young Feminist Leadership Program.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
The fellowship aims to bring eminent scholars from a wide range of academic fields to the Institute and allow them to pursue cutting-edge research on all aspects of the digital society.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
Young Leaders Union Paris 2025 is a global initiative bringing together emerging leaders from across the world to collaborate, exchange ideas & unite under a shared mission to make the world a better, more inclusive place.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
The Roger Casement Fellowship supports candidates from Nigeria to undertake a master’s level course of study in Human Rights in Ireland
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
Surge Africa and One World Media have partnered to run a new Fellowship focused on climate and energy transition stories in Nigeria.
Date Posted: 01 Jul, 2025
GCSP Prize for Innovation in Global Security recognises groundbreaking contributions that address the world’s most pressing security challenges.
Date Posted: 30 Jun, 2025
This award was established to acknowledge the achievements of young women investigators in the field of engineering and to inspire young women to consider research and careers in engineering
Date Posted: 30 Jun, 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.