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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.
Global Entrepreneurs and Leaders Academy (GELA) is currently accepting applications for its Prestigious Global Mentorship Programme 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Nov, 2025
Stanford Graduate School of Business is currently accepting applications for the Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 28 Nov, 2025
New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is currently accepting applications for its Summer Internship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Nov, 2025
The Association of Commonwealth Universities is currently accepting applications for its Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 28 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Darcy Business Freedom Grant 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Aalto Science Institute International Summer Research Programme in Finland 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
DAAD German Academic Exchange Service is currently accepting applications for its Hilde Domin Scholarship Programme 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Centre of Research for Environment, Energy and Water (CREEW) is currently accepting applications for its Research Grant Program 2025/2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
The Vladimir Potanin Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Sports for Everyone Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Institut für die Wissenschaften vom Menschen (IWM) is currently accepting applications for its Jan Patočka Fellowship 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Varkey Foundation is currently accepting applications for The Global Schools Prize 2026. Insterested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
AIIDEV RecycleUp is currently accepting applications for its Innovation Programme 2026.. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
New Brunswick Innovation Foundation (NBIF) is currently accepting applications for its Breakthru Startup Pitch Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
SparkUp Initiative is accepting applications for its Fellowship for Women-Led Organizations 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The Allianz x Social Shifters MoveNow Global Social Innovation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Africa is currently accepting applications for its Industry Innovation Lab Techskills Marketplace Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
CERN Openlab is currently accepting application for its Summer Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Press On Freedomways Reporting Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Nov, 2025
Applications are cbeing accepted for the Jacob CIFAR Research Fellowship Program 2027-2029. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Nov, 2025
Africa Career Networks (ACN) are currently accepting applications for its Umholi we Africa Fellowship 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Nov, 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.