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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 now open for the 2025 Vital Voices Global Fellowship. Through this fellowship, Vital Voices aims to amplify the impact of women addressing the world’s most pressing challenges, facilitate meaningful collaboration among changemakers, and equip participants with the tools to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Inclusive Action Awards. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Entrepreneurship World Cup Pitch Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Plant Nutrition Scholar Award Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Geneva Challenge. The 2025 Advancing Development Goals International Contest for Graduate Students aims to present innovative and pragmatic solutions to address the challenges of migration.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Kurt Schork Memorial Fund Awards in International Journalism.The Kurt Schork Memorial Fund (KSMF) invites freelance journalists, local reporters and news fixers from around the world to submit entries for the 24th annual Kurt Schork Awards in International Journalism.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Internet Society Mid Career Fellowship 2025. The Mid Career Fellowship provides today’s leaders with the know-how to navigate volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), knowing that their purpose, livelihood, and organizational goals are influenced or impacted by the Internet.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Makerere University is delighted to announce the Second Cohort of [190] Undergraduate scholarships through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for students joining Makerere University's main campus in the Academic Year 2025/2026 under the Private Sponsorship Scheme.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the MasterCard Master's Programmes Scholarship at Makerere University 2025/2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO-NESTLÉ Youth Impact – Because You Matter Programme. This program seeks to support young people to help their communities through climate action and environmental sustainability initiatives, by providing them with resources and skills necessary to implement their innovative projects.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
The NEW UI GREAT Scholarship 2025 at Universitas Indonesia offers scholarship for international students. Applicants willing to pursue their master’s degree in Indonesia can apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the John Thompson Scholarship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Celebrating its 9th year, the £3,000 Marilyn Stafford FotoReportage Award launched on International Women’s Day, 8 March 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Entrepreneur of the Year Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications and nominations are ongoing for the Politician of the Year Award 2025 The One Young World Politician of the Year Award was established in 2018 to honor the most talented young politicians between the ages of 18 and 35 worldwide.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Are you passionate about tackling challenges in resource access, environmental stability, and effective governance? The Indo-Pacific Futures Fellowship, presented by the East-West Center and Doris Duke Foundation, is accepting applications for its second year. This fellowship empowers emerging leaders to explore critical connections between food security, energy systems, and resilient leadership.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
The Mastercard Foundation Learning Partnership in collaboration with Caribou Digital, invites applications for the Pan-African PhD Scholars Collective. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Africa Business Heroes Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the use of ICT in education, UNESCO calls for nominations for the special 2025 edition on the theme “Preparing learners and teachers for the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence”.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) Young Leadership Programme 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 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.