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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.
Max Planck Institute for Legal History and Legal Theory provides an annual scholarship for a three-month research stay at the Institute
Date Posted: 30 Jun, 2025
The Digital Soft Power and Cultural Diplomacy in the Age of Algorithms forum serves as a high-level, interdisciplinary platform that convenes policymakers, thought leaders, digital strategists, scholars, and cultural actors to critically examine the evolving intersections between technology, culture, and diplomacy.
Date Posted: 30 Jun, 2025
Thomson Foundation Young Journalist Award enables journalists to send in their best stories to be examined by the judges.
Date Posted: 30 Jun, 2025
The APF Direct Action Visionary Grants seek to fund innovative interventions, based on psychological knowledge, that directly address pressing needs of communities.
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2025
The UNESCO Prize for Global Citizenship Education provides an exceptional global platform to promote the visibility and recognition of projects and initiatives in the field of GCED from around the world.
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2025
The NHR Graduate School of the NHR Alliance awards up to nine PhD scholarships a year to doctoral students from all over the world.
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), ONE World Sustainability Awards.
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2025
The Apple Scholars in AI/ML PhD fellowship program recognizes the contributions of emerging leaders in computer science and engineering at the graduate and postgraduate level.
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2025
Talented, creative and newly promoted researchers can now apply for a Veni grant.
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2025
The Prize, with the support of the European Parliament, will be awarded annually to in-depth journalism pieces undertaken by EU-based professional journalists.
Date Posted: 28 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for the The Sky Is Not the Limit Social Impact Grant
Date Posted: 27 Jun, 2025
A leading company, in collaboration with Desall, is looking for an innovative cap for the personal care, cosmetics, and food sectors that integrates a child-resistant safety system.
Date Posted: 27 Jun, 2025
The Africa Agri-Food Development Programme (AADP) is Ireland’s flagship initiative supporting the role of the private sector in sustainable food systems development.
Date Posted: 27 Jun, 2025
A bootcamp designed to equip Africa's next green leaders with knowledge, skills and networks to scale sustainable startups and initiatives across the continent.
Date Posted: 27 Jun, 2025
FMDQ Graduate Development Programme has been designed to attract and develop motivated young individuals interested in pursuing a career within the Nigerian Financial Markets.
Date Posted: 27 Jun, 2025
In a continued effort to enhance Human Resource Development in the Niger Delta region, NDDC, is once again embarking on its Local Post Graduate Scholarship Programme
Date Posted: 27 Jun, 2025
The Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program is a strategy to build a pipeline of young pan-African leaders to provide a sustainable path for good governance.
Date Posted: 27 Jun, 2025
The Princeton Society of Fellows, an interdisciplinary group of scholars in the humanities and humanities-related social sciences, calls for fellowship applications.
Date Posted: 26 Jun, 2025
The Imperial College Research Fellowship (ICRF) scheme is designed for outstanding early career researchers looking for an opportunity to focus on research and establish scientific independence.
Date Posted: 26 Jun, 2025
ANZSOG has opened applications and offering academics the chance to contribute to ANZSOG’s work
Date Posted: 26 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.