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Scholarships for Nigerian Students 2025 - 2026 - Page 43

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.

    • Julius Berger Internship logo
    • Julius Berger Internship Abroad in Civil Engineering

      Interested in exciting construction projects? Then Julius Berger is looking for you for their internship abroad in civil engineering  in Nigeria. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024

    • Vital Voices Grassroots Voices Fellowship logo
    • Vital Voices Grassroots Voices Fellowship 2025 [Cohort 21]

      Calling all young women leaders! Are you driving meaningful change in your community? Join the 2025 Grassroots Voices Fellowship cohort and become part of a powerful network of changemakers! Over 7 weeks, you'll receive hands-on leadership training, one-on-one mentorship from inspiring women leaders, and have the opportunity to attend an in-person gathering in Washington, DC. Plus, you'll be eligible to apply for a project grant to help bring your vision to life.

      Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024

    • UN FAO World Food Forum (WFF) Internship logo
    • UN FAO World Food Forum (WFF) Internship 2025

      Are you passionate about global food systems and youth engagement? Do you aspire to be part of a platform that promotes innovation and transformative leadership within agriculture and food security? The World Food Forum (WFF) offers a unique internship opportunity for individuals interested in contributing to initiatives focused on gender equality, youth empowerment, and sustainable agri-food systems under the banner of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).

       

      Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024

    • AfricaCDC BingwaPLUS Y-Health Incubation Program logo
    • AfricaCDC BingwaPLUS Y-Health Incubation Program 2024 for Public Health Enthusiasts

      The Africa Centers for Disease Control (Africa CDC) in partnership with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH Office to the African Union and YouthHubAfrica is pleased to announce the call for applications for Bingwa PLUS , an incubator for young African health champions passionate about improving the health of their communities. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024

    • Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Residency Programme logo
    • Alexander von Humboldt Foundation Residency Programme 2025 (Fully-Funded)

      Applications are open for the Humboldt Residency Programme 2025. The Humboldt Residency Programme brings together a transdisciplinary, international group of twelve participants consisting of Humboldtians and junior researchers with a diverse range of disciplinary backgrounds with writers, artists, civil society actors and social entrepreneurs. Apply now for this opportunity!

      Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024

    • Wellcome Career Development Awards logo
    • Wellcome Career Development Awards 2025

      Applications are open for the Welcome Career Development Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.

      Date Posted: 01 Nov, 2024

    • Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development logo
    • Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development 2025 at Stanford University

      Applications are open for the Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development 2025 at Stanford University. The Fisher Family Summer Fellows Program on Democracy and Development is a training program hosted annually by Stanford University's Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law (CDDRL) at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FS|).

      Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024

    • Global Schools Advocates Program logo
    • Global Schools Advocates Program 2025 for Educators Worldwide

      Applications are open for the Global Schools Advocates Program 2025. Global Schools' flagship initiative, the Global Schools Advocates Program, is a cohort-style program for educators and school leaders globally who want to integrate themes of sustainable development into their classrooms. Apply for this opportunity now!

      Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024

    • Mastercard Foundation Agribusiness Challenge Fund logo
    • Mastercard Foundation Agribusiness Challenge Fund 2024-2025 (up to $2,500,000)

      Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Agribusiness Challenge Fund 2024-2025. The Mastercard Foundation Fund for Resilience and Prosperity has launched an Agribusiness Challenge Fund, calling for proposals from SMEs in the agriculture sector that can create work opportunities at scale for young women and men, young persons with disabilities, and refugee youth.

      Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024

    • APN Individual Research Fellowships Program logo
    • APN Individual Research Fellowships Program 2025 (up to $15,000)

      Applications are open for the African Peacebuilding Network (APN) Individual Research Fellowship 2025. The APN and Next Gen program of the Social Science Research Council (SSRC) invites applications from African researchers, policy analysts, and practitioners working on conflict and peacebuilding issues at universities and research institutions or regional, governmental, and nongovernmental agencies based in Africa.

      Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024

    • Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Programme logo
    • Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity Programme 2025-2026 for Social-change Leaders (Fully-Funded)

      Are you a changemaker committed to fighting inequality? Do you want to learn from scholars, innovators, activists and social change organisations, and the latest academic research and expert insights on inequalities? Are you ready to join forces with a lifelong global network of peers? Apply now for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) Programme 2025-2026 for Social-change Leaders.

      Date Posted: 31 Oct, 2024

    • Tarbell Grants for Journalists logo
    • Tarbell Grants 2024 for Journalists Interested in Artificial Intelligence (up to $15,000)

      Applications are open for the Tarbell Grants 2024 for Journalists Interested in Artificial Intelligence. This opportunity seeks to fund established journalists to pursue original reporting on current & future harms from frontier models, investigate the inner workings of leading Al companies, and scrutinize lobbying efforts shaping Al policy. 

      Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024

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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.