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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.
The Isaac Ajiboye Omodewu Foundation invites nominations and applications for its 2025 Education Scholarship Award,
Date Posted: 17 Jun, 2025
The Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy (FMACTCE) is pleased to announce the rollout of the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF), a landmark initiative approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC).
Date Posted: 17 Jun, 2025
Supporting talented graduates from developing countries with test fees and application costs.
Date Posted: 17 Jun, 2025
The DAAD Lectureship (Lektor) Program enables qualified individuals to teach German Studies, German as a Foreign Language, or related disciplines at foreign universities.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
Rising Stars is the online mentorship program from People Powered that connects you with expert guidance to launch and improve participatory programs.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
A tender is open for the attribution of one Research Scholarship within the scope of the Project Intent.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
The Youth Advocacy Program (YAP) mobilizes and empowers young people as key agents in finding solutions and bringing positive change to the world – with skills and platforms to advocate for the right to education.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
Applications are open to women from all over the world who work in agriculture, agribusiness, animal farming, research and development, teaching, journalism or as bloggers and influencers.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
The LinkedIn Ad Grants program currently provides free LinkedIn ads to organizations
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
Applications Now Open for the Power Learn Project Software Development Scholarship June 2025 Cohort!
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
The State of the Map Africa (SotM Africa) is a bi-annual regional conference that celebrates the culture of open mapping, open data, GIS and its impact across Africa.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
The University of the Western Cape invites applications for a limited number of undergraduate and master’s degree scholarships from qualifying candidates from South Africa and the African continent who are prepared to register for full-time study in 2026.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2025
The Royal Society Wolfson Fellowship enable UK universities and not-for-profit research institutions to attract and recruit talented internationally-leading researchers to their organisation.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2025
MSIF's McDonald Fellowships fund 2-year research placements for early career researchers from low- and middle-income countries.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2025
The Allianz Climate Risk Award is a global award open to PhD candidates and post-doctoral researchers.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2025
The Liu Shiming Artist Grants support the creation or completion of new projects that explore the interplay between traditional cultural or historical influences and contemporary artistic practice.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Sydney Brenner Research Fellowship. It is one of three opportunities offered by the CSHL Center for Humanities & History of Modern Biology.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2025
The 12-months training focuses on developing political leadership skills and is open only to women leaders who hold an elected or appointed seat in a local or regional government in any of the OECD-DAC listed ODA-countries
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2025
Embark on the 9th edition of SLINGSHOT, a global deep tech startup competition from Singapore to the world, and make the pitch of a lifetime in the presence of key industry leaders and a global audience of investors.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2025
ITTO offers fellowships through the Freezailah Fellowship Fund to promote human resource development and to strengthen professional expertise in member countries in tropical forestry and related disciplines
Date Posted: 13 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.