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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 currently being accepted for the Earth Journalism Network (EJN) Virtual Media Workshop on Business Engagement with Climate Change in Indonesia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2025
The New Africa Fund is currently accepting application for its Africa Impact Fundraising Grant (AIFG) Program 2025. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the The Asia House Fellowship 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2025
Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University is currently accepting applications for its Ashton Award for Student Research 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2025
South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) is currently accepting applications for its Africa Youth Portal and Research Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2025
IJUUR Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Writing-Up Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Dec, 2025
Toronto Arts Council is currently accepting applications for the Black Arts Annual Operating 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Arena for Journalism in Europe is currently accepting applications for the European Collaborative Journalism Programme. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is currently accepting applications for its Brownfield Cleanup Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation is now accepting applications for its Looker Energy Environmental Fund Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions is currently accepting applications for its Blue Food Futures Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Human Rights Careers is currently accepting applications for its Kenneth Roth Practitioner-in-Residence Program 2025-2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI) is currently accepting applications for its Professional Innovation Fellowships 2026. Interested applications are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Amnesty International Kenya is currently accepting applications for its Youth Delegate for the Global Assembly 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Villgro Africa is currently accepting applications for its Eye Health Innovation Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Institut de Ciència de Materials de Barcelona (ICMAB) is currently accepting applications for its Journalist in Residence 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Max Planck Institute for the History of Science Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Nederlands Filmfonds is currently accepting applications for its Pitch Film Idea Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
Government of Alberta is currently accepting applications for its Anti-Racism Grant Program 2025-2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 2025
The Toronto Arts Council (TAC) is currently accepting application for its Theatre Multi-Year Operating Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Dec, 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.