Scholarships for Nigerian Students 2025 - 2026 - Page 106

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.

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship logo
    • Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024 ($2500 monthly)

      Applications are open for the Humanitarian Reporting Fellowship 2024. The fellowship is a six-month programme that offers a locally-focused journalist from the Global South the opportunity to gain skills in reporting, framing, and presenting local stories for global audiences as part of The New Humanitarian's global newsroom. 

      Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2024

    • IBM Sustainability Accelerator logo
    • IBM Sustainability Accelerator 2024: Resilient Cities Cohort

      Applications are open for the IBM Sustainability Accelerator 2024: Resilient Cities Cohort. In support of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11 to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable, this year's cohort will aim to find ways to foster urban resiliency in the long-term.

      Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2024

    • Arms Control Negotiation Academy (ACONA) Fellowship logo
    • Arms Control Negotiation Academy (ACONA) Fellowship 2024-2025 (Funded)

      Applications are open for the Arms Control Negotiation Academy (ACONA) Fellowship 2024-2025. The Arms Control Negotiation Academy (ACONA) is a 12-month, high-level professional development program for a competitively selected cohort of rising international security experts and practitioners.

      Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2024

    • Leaders of Tomorrow Digital Exchange Program logo
    • Leaders of Tomorrow Digital Exchange Program 2024

      Applications for the Leaders of Tomorrow Digital Exchange Program 2024 are now open. Leaders Of Tomorrow (LOT) is an online exchange program for international youth ages 14-17 (Teenagers) and 18-24 (Young Adults). The main theme for 2024 is Peace. Through dialogue sessions, video calls, and online workshops, participants will have the opportunity to learn about cultural diversity and understand different mentalities.

      Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2024

    • UNESCO-APCEIU 10th Youth Leadership Workshop logo
    • UNESCO-APCEIU 10th Youth Leadership Workshop on GCED 2024 (Win up to $1000 and Mentorship)

      Applications are open for the UNESCO-APCEIU 10th Youth Leadership Workshop on Global Citizenship Education (GCED). GCED is a transformative educational paradigm that empowers young individuals by providing them with the necessary knowledge, skills, and values to make a positive impact on an increasingly complex and interconnected world.

      Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2024

    • Millennium Oceans Prize logo
    • Millennium Oceans Prize 2024 (up to $5000)

      Applications are open for the Millennium Oceans. The Millennium Oceans Prize is returning for its tenth year to support and celebrate students who are passionate about conserving, protecting, and sustainably using oceans, seas, and marine water and life.

      Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2024

    • Unicorn Kingdom: Pathfinder Awards logo
    • Unicorn Kingdom: Pathfinder Awards 2024

      The UK's Department for Business and Trade (DBT) are launching the department’s first global tech awards, the Unicorn Kingdom: Pathfinder Awards (UKPA), to unearth and showcase the most promising scale up companies in the tech industry.

      Date Posted: 16 Mar, 2024

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FAQs

 

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.