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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.
TWAS is inviting nominations for the 2025 Atta-ur-Rahman Award in Chemistry Award. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Resilience Innovation through Scaling Entrepreneurship (RISE) Urban Challenge 2025. The Challenge aims to convert innovative urban ideas that are meeting resilience needs in informality contexts and scale them to sustainable ideas.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Data Governance in Africa Research Fund 2025. Join the Data Governance in Africa Research Fund to shape data governance and data policies in African countries. The Initiative seeks African-based researchers to study current data governance trends and identify policy recommendations.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship 2025. Organized by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs in Geneva, in partnership with key international actors that empower youth in science diplomacy and global biosecurity, the Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship provide a unique learning and networking experience in the framework of the Biological Weapons Convention.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Are you a passionate young leader actively involved in advocating for greater health equity within your community? Are you leading projects within a registered non-profit organisation? Are you ready to be part of a global network with other young people who are creating positive change for the future? Apply now for the AstraZeneca Young Health Programme Impact Fellowship 2025.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the |TU-Huawei Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) 2025. The Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) is an exciting programme to engage, empower, and inspire young digital leaders and changemakers. GCYLP is supporting young visionaries from around the world who propose creative, far-reaching, innovative, and feasible community-driven projects aimed at creating a more inclusive and empowered digital future.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Africa Fellows in Education Program 2025/2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Are you a young professional seeking an opportunity to experience different fields of work and to gain access professional networks? Apply for the Young Professional Development Program 2025 today!
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
The Berlin-based Forum Transregionale Studien invites researchers to apply for up to 3 postdoctoral fellowships for the academic year 2025/2026 for the research program EUROPE IN THE MIDDLE EAST—THE MIDDLE EAST IN EUROPE (EUME).
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
The Forum Transregionale Studien invites applications for 15 Fellowships in two tracks from October 2025 to July 2026 in Germany. This unique Fellowship program supports early-career scholars and practitioners working on democracy and the rule of law in Europe. Designed around Europe-wide mobility, interdisciplinary exchange, and a growing European Alumni Network, the program enhances critical debate and collaboration across academia and practice.
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
Applications for the 2026 Bellagio Center Residency Program are now open. The Bellagio Center supports leaders to advance novel solutions and develop partnerships that may at first seem unlikely — unlocking breakthroughs essential to humanity’s well-being.
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 African Liberty Writing Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 AWIEF Growth Accelerator Programme . AWIEF has partnered with African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and FSDH Merchant Bank Limited to implement its flagship AWIEF Growth Accelerator programme in Nigeria and is excited to announce the call for applications.
Date Posted: 05 Mar, 2025
Are you ready to advance your skills in innovation, healthcare, and intrapreneurship? If yes, don't miss this special opportunity to participate in the 19th edition of the Social Intrapreneurship for Innovation in Health online course offered by Ashoka. This program is offered as part of the Making More Health initiative.
Date Posted: 04 Mar, 2025
The GRÓ Gender Equality Studies and Training (GRÓ GEST) programme at the University of Iceland calls for nominations for its academic programme in 2026. The deadline for nominations is 8 March 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 04 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Paper Plane Program 2025 for African Startups. Paper Plane is a program targeting African startups that have an MVP. It aims to provide entrepreneurs with access to pre-seed and seed funding opportunities, exposure in African markets, and the chance to connect with regional ecosystem players.
Date Posted: 04 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Falling Walls Global Call 2025. Whether you are a researcher, innovator, or a team of passionate individuals, this is your chance to showcase your groundbreaking work that addresses global challenges.
Date Posted: 04 Mar, 2025
As a proud and longstanding partner of One Young World, Deloitte is excited to support the Deloitte Scholarships 2025, which will bring together an interdisciplinary cohort of 8 young leaders - 4 education-focused and 4 climate-focused individuals - to attend the One Young World Summit in Munich, Germany, from 3-6 November 2025.
Date Posted: 04 Mar, 2025
Applications are ongoing for Baker Hughes's 6-month internship program for young Nigerians. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Mar, 2025
NITDA and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) have opened a call for Nigerian startups to participate in an exhibition at Morroco. This unique opportunity was created to showcase Nigeria’s best tech talents to the world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 03 Mar, 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.