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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 open for the University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars (UMAPS) Program 2025/2026. The program supports the development of the next generation of African scholars by integrating them into international academic networks and promotes U-M's international commitment to research and teaching collaborations across diverse disciplines, from engineering to literature to economics.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 ARES Belgian Government Masters and Continuing Education Scholarships. The ARES scholarships offer you the opportunity to follow a one-year advanced bachelor’s or master’s degree program or a 2-to-6-month continuing education program within a higher education institution of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation in Belgium.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif) PhD Scholarships 2024. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the DAAD Development-Related Postgraduate Courses (EPOS) for international students. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Ugwumba Enterprise Challenge. This opportunity is open to young entrepreneurs in Nigeria between 18 - 40 years of age, who have ideas that can be transformed into successful business ventures or social enterprises.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the African Women in Digital Health (AWiDH) Mentorship Program. This mentorship program seeks to increase the representation and leadership of African women in the digital health space by supporting them in strengthening their business knowledge and leadership skills.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the USADF/LSETF Digital Scholarship Program for Young Nigerians. The Lagos State Empowerment Trust Fund offers a life-changing opportunity for aspiring individuals like you through the Lagos State Digital Scholarship.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the ECOWAS 2025 Immersion Internship Program. This opportunity is open to African graduates. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Liu Shiming Artist Grants 2024. This opportunity is designed to support the work of visual artists during the first decade of their careers.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2024
Ember is calling for applications from community-based mental health initiatives working in low- and middle-income countries who would like to partner with them. Successful initiatives will be offered a 12-month partnership with Ember, customised to support and strengthen the sustainability and growth of the organisation based on their needs. There will also be an opportunity for the selected organisations to be considered for Ember investment after the 12-month partnership.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the Climate Policy Creative Fellowship 2024. This experimental Fellowship equips creative storytellers to help policymakers make better decisions about climate change. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Aug, 2024
Applications for the East African Community (EAC) Youth Fellowship 2024 are now open. The EAC Youth Fellowship is a prestigious initiative designed to engage and empower young people in regional integration and leadership within the East African Community (EAC). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Lafarge Africa Plc invites suitably qualified Ordinary National Diploma holders for admission into an eighteen-month multi-skilled vocational training program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the CAN Data Science Fellowship. The CAN Fellowship provides emerging data science professionals with the skills needed to address challenges at the intersection of climate and health and make a positive impact on lives across the continent.
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Globalink Research Internship. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the University of Bayreuth Centre of International Excellence "Alexander von Humboldt" Short Term Grants Programme 2024. The BHC is offering Short Term Grants for the year 2024. Click here to learn more about this grant opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Being is now accepting proposals for the Funding Bold Ideas for Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Do you have innovative ideas for addressing the challenges posed by artificial intelligence and digital misinformation? If so, the Global Media and Information Literacy (MIL) Week Youth Hackathon 2024 is the perfect opportunity for you. This hackathon empowers young people to actively participate in transforming the information landscape by developing solutions that promote public interest information and combat misinformation.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Yenching Academy 2025 Masters Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Max Planck 2024 Internship Program. Internships are open to exceptional Bachelors, Masters, and Doctoral students worldwide, as well as exceptional individuals from industry interested in gaining academic research experience in computer science.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 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.