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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.
Halcyon is currently accepting applications for its Climate Resilience & Food Security in Africa Fellowship 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Nov, 2025
Capital One is now accepting applications for its Auto Mobility Accelerator Program 2026. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this program and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Nov, 2025
One Story is now accepting applications for its One Teen Story Contest 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this contest and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Nov, 2025
The Pacific Economic Development Canada is now accepting applications for its Black Entrepreneurship Program Ecosystem Fund in British Columbia Canada 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Nov, 2025
The European Union Cyber Diplomacy Initiative (EU:CD) is now accepting applications for its 2025-2026 Fellowship. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Nov, 2025
The National Health Fellows is now accepting applications for its Programme for Young Emerging Nigerian Professionals 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Nov, 2025
The APDD Doctoral Dissertation Proposal Fellowship 2026 is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2025
The African Development Bank Young Professionals Program for Young Africans 2026 is now accepting applications. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
The Innovation/Generation Unlimited AI Ventures Accelerator 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
Applications for the 2026 IAFFE Femininst Economics School are currently being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
The Expo City Dubai Foundations Global Innovators Program 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
The Gender Equality Accelerator Program 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
The first BRICS STI Framework Programme Innovation Call 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
Application sre currently being accepted for the Fembol Student Innovation Grant in Nigeria 2025. Candidates who wish to apply and learn more about this opportunity are encouraged to click here.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
The Peace and Recovery Initiative is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2025
The Novo Nordisk Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship for Research Abroad 2026 is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2025
Applications for the UNDP Czech Challenge Fund 2025 are being accepted at this time. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2025
The Novo Nordisk Foundation's Distinguished Investigator Grant Program is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 AVEVA EcoTech Emerge Challenge. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2025
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) Judicial Fellowship Program for recent law graduates 2026/2027 is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 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.