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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 ongoing for the SBW Berlin Scholarship for International Students 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Are you a young visionary ready to shape the future of education and advocacy for children? Apply now for the UNICEF Youth Foresight Fellowship 2025.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the United Nations SDSN Youth Local Pathways Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Photo Contest 2025. CamerAmore is the photo contest focusing on photographic equipment and the photographer's relationship with it. Join the 2025 edition of the competition and send in your best shot of photo gear, new or old, expensive or not.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) Essential Grant Writing Skills Programme 2025. The Africa Research Excellence Fund (ARE) works to strengthen the health research capacity of scientists in Africa who are engaged in tackling the sub-region's significant health challenges. AREF is calling for applications from scientists who are active, emerging biomedical/health researchers in African countries to participate in its Essential Grant Writing Skills Programme.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the New Voices Citizen Fellowship (NVCF) 2025. The New Voices Citizen Fellowship (NVCF) is a citizen-participatory programme of the Raising New Voices Initiative geared towards encouraging and supporting citizens in the grassroots communities advocating for local community issues. The Fellowship will commence in March and end in November, 2025.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Comics Advocacy Group (CAG) Mini Grant 2025. The CAG Mini Grant provides small, unrestricted funding to comic creators who are in need of additional resources. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Policy Innovation Centre Institute Research Fellowship 2025. The Fellowship offers scholars a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research that advance gender equity and socio-economic development.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
The Eur-Asian Border Lab, together with the American University of Central Asia (AUCA) invites applications for a week-long programme of workshops, field trips, and lectures to be held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan between 2-6 June, 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Institute of International Education Scholar Rescue Fund (IIE-SRF) Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Dec, 2024
Do you know a woman who is making waves in tech? Nominate them for the DMZ Women of the Year Award 2025. DMZ's Women of the Year is an esteemed list celebrated by the tech community that honours exceptional women who are driving innovation and making significant contributions to Canada's tech and business sectors.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Visa Accelerator Program 2025 are now open. Unlock your startup's potential and fast-track your success in the dynamic world of FinTech with the Visa Accelerator Program. This groundbreaking initiative connects Africa's brightest minds with experienced mentors, cutting-edge technology, and unparalleled investment opportunities. Apply now!
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Sundace Ignite X Adobe Fellowship 2025. The Sundance Institute and Adobe are teaming up to find the next 10 Sundance Ignite × Adobe Fellows-emerging filmmakers who are creating stories that bring their passion, voice, and perspective to life.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Vera List Center Fellowships 2025-2027. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) Writing Fellowship 2025 are now open. The Johannesburg Institute for Advanced Study (JIAS) invites applications for its ninth Writing Fellowship programme, which will run from 1 April - 30 June 2025.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Charles R. Wall Conservation Leadership & Management Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the GELA Prestigious Global Mentorship Programme 2025. The Prestigious Global Foreign Mentorship Programme (PGMP) formerly known as WAMP, helps in identifying, training, mentoring, and deploying impeccable and proficient leaders into politics, business, and civil service, from those youths aged 18-35 years whose voices have not been heard for decades such as the extremely marginalized, people of colour and the socioeconomically disadvantaged.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Richard J. Van Loon Scholarship 2025 at Carleton University. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Prince Claus Fund Seed Award 2025. The Seed Award is intended to give emerging artists the chance to amplify their practice and interests, thereby sparking a new wave of changemakers. Apply now!
Date Posted: 24 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Society of Chemical Industry Sustainability Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Dec, 2024
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.