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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.
Handwriting That Works is currently accepting applications for The World Handwriting Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Mar, 2026
National Gallery of Art is currently accepting applications for its Visiting Senior Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Mar, 2026
Tarbelln is currently accepting applications for its AI Reporting Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Mar, 2026
Applications are currentlly being accepted for the SOAS Teaching Scholarships 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the UNU-IIGH Global Health PhD Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Mar, 2026
First Nations Development Institute is currently accepting applications for its Native Food Sovereignty Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the RIKEN IMS Internship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this internship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the UNESCO 3rd Global MAB Youth Forum 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
United Nations University World Institute for Development Economics Research (UNU-WIDER) is currently accepting applications for its Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
CODE NZ has opened applications for its StartUp Fund to Support Game Development Companies 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
UNESCO is currently accepting applications for its World Heritage Young Professionals Forum 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Bayer Foundation Women Entrepreneurs Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
Applications are corrently being accepted for the Karim Adeyemi Foundation IDSDP Essay Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about thid opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Swedish Institute Global Executive Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Google Creative Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Mar, 2026
Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (UN OHCHR) is currently accepting applications for the Humanitarian Funds Fellowship Programme 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) MENA Scholars Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2026
Council for the Advancement of Science Writing (CASW) is currently accepting applications for the Taylor/Blakeslee Graduate Fellowhips 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the CcHub-Mastercard Foundation Edtech Fellowship Programme (Cohort IV) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 2026
Jamma Conservation & Communitiesnhas opened applications for its Human-Centred Conservation Storytelling Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Feb, 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.