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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.
Applications are open for the Pascal Decroos Fund 2025 for Investigative Journalism. Professional starters and experienced journalists who are able to publish the results of their research in a Dutch-language medium in Belgium can apply for this grant.
Date Posted: 04 Jan, 2025
International applicants in Korea are invited to apply for the 2025 Summer KAI-X Research Internship Program. This program offers an exciting opportunity for international students to research and innovate at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology -KAIST Advanced Institute for Science (KAI-X).
Date Posted: 04 Jan, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Christopher Kolade Foundation SHE Soars Scholarship for Nigerians 2024/2025. Since its inception, the SHE Soars Program has supported 26 scholars across 14 universities in Nigeria. This opportunity is open to female graduates of a Nigerian public secondary school.
Date Posted: 04 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Cucalorus Works-in-Progress Lab for Filmmakers 2025. The Cucalorus Works-in-Progress (WiP) Lab supports social justice documentaries with a focus on Black storytelling. Apply now!
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Oroko Radio Residency for Africans 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Are you an entrepreneur with an innovative business solution that can disrupt or transform the African Market? Applications are open for the EY Africa Enterprise Impact Program 2025.
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Journalists worldwide are invited to apply for the World Press Institute (WPI) Fellowships 2025. Learn more about this fellowship here.
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
The La Caixa Foundation is launching a fellowship program for young researchers of any nationality to pursue a PhD in health and life sciences, technology, physics, engineering, or mathematics in Spain or Portugal. Fellowships are available at accredited institutions with Severo Ochoa or María de Maeztu excellence distinctions, Carlos III Health Institute centers, or units recognized for excellence by Portugal’s Foundation for Science and Technology. Apply now!
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
The European University Institute‘s (EUI) Policy Leader Fellowship (PLF) is now accepting applications from international applicants. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Fund for Investigative Journalism 2025. The Fund for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) gives grants and other help to independent journalists and news organizations so that they can produce high-quality, unbiased, nonpartisan investigative stories with long-term effects.
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the African Gifted Academy × Murtala Muhammed Foundation School Program 2025. Seize this opportunity to embark on a transformative journey in STEM education and contribute to the advancement of science and technology in Africa!
Date Posted: 03 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Nigeria Institution of Professional Engineers and Scientists Scholarship 2025 for aspiring engineers and scientists. NIPES is committed to fostering talent and promoting inclusivity in the fields of engineering and science globally.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Deloitte-SuaCode Smartphone Programming Course - January 2025 Cohort. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the AlIDEV Africa SDGs Mentorship Programme Cohort 2025 - a transformative seven-month fellowship designed to illuminate the path for young African professionals, empowering them to become champions of sustainable development within their countries. This initiative is a clarion call to nurture the next generation of leaders whose actions will align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), forging a brighter and more resilient future for the continent.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the AIIDEV SDGs Campus Ambassador Programme Cohort 3. The SDGs Campus Ambassador Programme is a transformative 10-week leadership odyssey, designed to ignite the potential of tertiary institution students as torchbearers of sustainable development. It serves as a crucible where young minds are forged into global leaders and catalysts for meaningful change, guided by the vision of a more equitable and sustainable future.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications for the EIT Centre for Doctoral Training in the Fundamentals of Al 2025-2026 at the University of Oxford are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Harvard Kennedy School Growth Lab Research Fellowships 2025. The Growth Lab Research Fellowship is an exciting and challenging role that offers a unique opportunity to work on the frontier of economic research and apply findings to address real-world development problems. Learn more about this fellowship and how to apply for it here.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Global Science Scholars Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the World Institute on Disability Global Heumann Fellowship 2025-2026. The Global Heumann Fellowship seeks disabled, visionary leaders with a demonstrated history in advocacy, communications, and influential collaboration. Apply now!
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2025 for African Entrepreneurs. The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF)-Africa's leading philanthropy focused on empowering African entrepreneurs looking for the most innovative business ideas across the African continent. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Jan, 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.