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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.
RIFS Research Institute for Sustainability is currently accepting applications for its Global Fellowship Program 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Flow Research Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS) is currently accepting applications for its Barbro Klein Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
The Mandela Rhodes Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Äänit Prize for African Social Impact Innovators 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is currently accepting applications for its International Conference Support and Resource Mobilization Internship in Geneva 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
Echoing Green is currently accepting applications for its Empowering Emerging Social Impact Leaders Globally Fellowship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
Applications are cuCairo International Center for Conflict Resolution, Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding (CCCPA) Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the InteRussia Fellowship in Energy for Specialists from ASEAN countries 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Rice360 Global Health Post-Baccalaureate Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the African Union (AU) Food and Energy Sovereignty Challenge for African innovators 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Vital Voices Global Partnership is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship to Advance Women’s Public Leadership and The SDGs 2026. Interested applicants are enciuraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Novo Nordisk Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Project Grants Supporting Societal Learning for the Green Transition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply fot it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
The African Economic Research Consortium (AERC) is currently accepting applications for its African Leadership Centre Associate Fellowship in Peace, Security and Development for African Students 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for its Heritage Foundation Academy Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Applications are currently beung accepted for the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) - DOE National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) Research Participation Programs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and papply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for its Jenrette Foundation’s William L. Thompson Collections Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about his opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
GFZ Helmholtz Centre for Geosciences is currently accepting applications for its RIFS Fellows Program 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the European Parliament Schuman Traineeships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford is accepting applications for its Undergraduate Scholars Program 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Switzerland Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 May, 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.