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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 ongoing for the 11th Istanbul Photo Award 2025 for Photographers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
The Rachel Tanur Prize for Visual Sociology, sponsored by the Social Science Research Council (SSRC), is accepting applications for 2025. The prize honors students in the social sciences who utilize visual analysis in their research and aims to encourage students to use photography as a visual medium for studying and understanding social issues.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
The HZDR Summer Student Program 2025 in Germany offers an exciting opportunity for master’s, diploma, or advanced undergraduate students in natural sciences and related fields worldwide to engage in cutting-edge research at the Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf (HZDR) in Dresden. It offers an opportunity to join research teams in Dresden between July and September. Apply now!
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 AS Hornby Educational Trust scholarships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the TotalEnergies 2025 Young Talent Trainee (x2) Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Action for Nature International Young Eco-Hero Awards 2025. Action For Nature (AFN), a non-profit organization, created the International Young Eco-Hero Awards to recognize and reward the successful individual environmental initiatives of young people ages 8 to 16. Apply now!
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
Calling all women-led beauty product businesses in Nigeria! Here is an opportunity to showcase & learn how to unlock new opportunities for your Small Business under the SheTrades Commonwealth+ initiative. Apply now!
Date Posted: 23 Nov, 2024
IHS Towers invites applications from suitable candidates for its IHS Skills Acquisition Programme (ISAP). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Do you have what it takes to be a Max Thabiso Edkins Climate Ambassador? If you’re committed to climate action and excited to engage your community, this opportunity is for you!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 IAS Media Scholarship Program. IAS – the International AIDS Society – will both award in-person and virtual scholarships for IAS 2025. IAS 2025, the 13th IAS Conference on HIV Science, will take place in Kigali, Rwanda, from 13 to 17 July 2025, with pre-conferences on 13 July. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Erasmus Mundus Master’s Scholarship in Journalism. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Kinship Conservation Fellowship Program. The Kinship Conservation Fellowship supports conservation practitioners across the globe. The program is designed to advance your career and equip you with new skills, insights, and analytical tools to accelerate the projects you lead at home. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Falling Walls Foundation Female Science Talents Intensive Track For the year 2025, they are looking for 20 exceptionally talented women in science from all disciplines to take part in the one-year intensive program. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Do you know any woman leading in the Food Ecosystem? If so, African Food Changemakers would love to meet them. AFC is currently accepting nominations for the Leading African Women in Food Fellowship, an ambitious program aimed at amplifying the voices and work of young African women who are making outstanding contributions and impact across the food ecosystem. This initiative will amplify, celebrate, champion and advance the work of successful nominees by providing them with recognition and access to critical resources.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the African Union Internship Program 2025. The African Union Internship Program provides an opportunity for interns to complement their educational experience and to develop their professional skills and experience. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Boost My Business Workshop. This workshop is open to women and youth-led micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the George R. R. Martin Summer Intensive Writing Workshop 2025. The George R.R. Martin Summer Intensive Writing Workshop is a seven-day writing boot camp for mid-career journalists who have a burning story to tell in the creative realm and want to cross over into writing fiction. Apply now!
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2024
SustainE in collaboration with participants of the Alexander von Humboldt foundation's 2024 Humboldt Residency Programme are inviting submissions for a special issue on Bridging Power and Knowledge: Addressing Global Imbalances in Knowledge Systems for Sustainable Futures. The project is the result of a collaboration between participants of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation's 2024 Humboldt Residency Programme and SustainE. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Knight-Bagehot Fellowship in Economics and Business Journalism 2025-2026. The Knight-Bagehot Fellowship offers experienced journalists the opportunity to enhance their understanding of business and economics, finance and technology. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Artificial Intelligence for Development in Africa- AI4D Africa Scholarships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 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.