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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 2025/2026 John S. Knight Journalism Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Fellowship Program 2025. The Sustainable Finance Summer Fellowship provides a unique opportunity to work with Morgan Stanley teams that seek to drive capital towards investments that promote sustainable economic growth and scalable solutions to global challenges.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the MIT School of Science Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Oct, 2024
TotalEnergies Nigeria is inviting qualified Nigerians to apply for the 2024 TotalEnergies OML 58 Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Nominations are open for the H&M Foundation Global Change Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for The Economist Foreign Internship Program 2024-2025. The aim of the internship scheme is to find future Economist journalists. Successful candidates will be given challenging, exciting work straight away.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Taiwo Bankole Prize 2024 are now open. The Taiwo Bankole Prize is aimed at supporting two young persons (one male and one female) from low-income families resident in Ajegunle to acquire a university education in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) or Law annually.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the DHL GoTrade GBSN Fellowship Program 2025. In furtherance of their mission to improve management and entrepreneurial education, GBSN has partnered with one of its corporate members DPDHL to develop the GoTrade GBSN Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Oct, 2024
The YAYI Scholarship, initiated by Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (Yayi), is a remarkable endeavor to support the educational aspirations of indigent students in Ogun West Senatorial District. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Bertelsmann-Udacity Next Generation Tech Booster Scholarship. If you’re 18 years or older, have English comprehension, and are looking to develop job-ready skills in Generative AI, Cybersecurity, and Digital Marketing, this scholarship program is for you.
Date Posted: 28 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 MuseumsLab Funding Programme. The programme is jointly organised by the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and the Museum für Naturkunde Berlin (MfN). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the Growth4Her Investor Readiness Accelerator Program Cohort 4. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Oct, 2024
Applications for the GCCA Concrete in Life Photography Competition 2024/2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Oct, 2024
The Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC) is pleased to announce the launch of its small research grants program, focused on the theme climate resilience in urban areas. This initiative aims to deepen the understanding of urban climate resilience by supporting original research in low- and middle-income countries. Learn more about this opportunity and apply for it here.
Date Posted: 28 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Pulitzer Center Rainforest Investigations Network Reporting Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this s opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Scholarship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Oct, 2024
According to an agreement between the Alliance of International Science Organizations (ANSO), the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) and The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS/UNESCO) for the advancement of science in developing countries, up to 40 students/scholars from developing countries will be sponsored to study in China for doctoral degrees for up to 4 years. Applications are now open for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 26 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program Cohort 52. The Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) is the United States government’s signature effort to invest in the next generation of African leaders. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 DAAD University Summer Course Scholarships in Germany. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Governance for Development in Africa Initiative (GDAI) PhD Scholarship. The Centre of African Studies offers one PhD scholarship to African nationals as part of the Governance for Development in Africa Initiative funded by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
Date Posted: 26 Oct, 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.