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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 for the Mo Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship 2025 are now open. The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships are a 12-month programme designed to support the professional development of future African leaders. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the CERC Migration Journalism Fellowship Program 2025. Journalists who would like to deepen their professional knowledge about immigration and migrant integration research are invited to apply for a one-month residency with CERC Migration at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Date Posted: 21 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Young Global Changers Recoupling Awards 2025. The award seeks to recognize concrete practices and impactful youth-led projects and initiatives that drive change on the ground, while also serving as examples and inspiration beyond their immediate impact.
Date Posted: 21 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the One Young World/Virgin Unite New Now Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the iF Design Student Award 2025. Together with their sponsors, iF Design provides a platform for students and their future-oriented concepts. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Australia Awards Fellowships 2025. The Australia Awards Fellowships aim to build networks of influence and leadership by strengthening partnerships between Australian organisations and partner organisations in the region. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Apply now to be a mentee in the Cherie Blair Foundation Mentoring Women in Business Programme 2025. The flagship Mentoring Women in Business programme matches women entrepreneurs in low and middle income countries with experienced, dedicated professional mentors anywhere in the world.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications for the Go-Together EdTech Accelerator 2025 are now open. By actively supporting EdTech startups to thrive and generate even greater value, Go-Together seeks to amplify the positive impact EdTech brings to the society.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications for the Kiplinger Fellowship 2025 are now open. The 2025 fellowship will focus on artificial intelligence. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 TWAS Sustainability Visiting Expert Programme. The programme supports visits of internationally renowned scientists to institutions located in developing countries, especially those located in the Least Developed Countries (LDCs).
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Commonwealth Foundation Grants Programme. The Commonwealth Foundation support projects that seek to facilitate constructive engagement between civil society and decision-makers, including civil society participation in policy development and implementation.
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2024
The Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition: Africa (SPARC Africa), a section of the African Library and Information Associations and Institutions (AfLIA), is excited to announce a unique sponsorship opportunity for African delegates to attend the 2nd Global Summit on Diamond Open Access. Apply for this opportunity now!
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Falling Walls International Berlin Science Journalism Fellowship. The Falling Walls Foundation invites science journalists from around the world to apply for the Falling Walls International Berlin Science Journalism Fellowship 2024. Apply now!
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the West African Research Center Travel Grant 2025. The WARC Travel Grant promotes intra-African cooperation and exchange among researchers and institutions by providing support to African scholars and graduate students for research visits to other institutions and regions on the continent.
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Internet Society Youth Ambassador Program 2025. As a Youth Ambassador, you are equipped with knowledge and skills to influence policies that defend the Internet while innovating for a better world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2024
Are you a young African with an inspiring career journey or story to share? AUDA-NEPAD is calling on all talented and skilled African youth to showcase their achievements and skills in TVET. Apply for the AUDA-NEPAD Africa Skills Revolution Competition 2024.
Date Posted: 19 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 WAAW Foundation Scholarship. WAAW Foundation Scholarship enables female college students in Africa to pursue their studies in a STEM-related course. Apply now!
Date Posted: 18 Sep, 2024
Are you passionate about advancing your agricultural technology startup? Applications for the THRIVE Canada Accelerator Program 2024/2025 are now open!
Date Posted: 18 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Bush Fellowship Program 2025. The Bush Fellowship is an investment in people and their capacity to do more good for the region - and it's super flexible. Fellows come from all sectors, including business, nonprofit, and government.
Date Posted: 18 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Girls Who Click Ambassador Program 2025. This program is committed to creating an inclusive program for participants from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
Date Posted: 18 Sep, 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.