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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.
Join the ECOWAS Cybersecurity Hackathon to unleash your skills and test your creativity. Connect with a team of innovative minds to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges.
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 2024
The Citizen Entrepreneurship Competition (CEC) 2024 is now accepting applications. The Entrepreneurship Campus (CEC) empowers social entrepreneurs, particularly young people, worldwide to build a culture of entrepreneurship, promote entrepreneurial education, and participate in a more peaceful world through CEC.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Zonta International 2025 Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program. The Amelia Earhart Fellowship was established in 1938 in honor of famed pilot and Zontian, Amelia Earhart. The US$10,000 Fellowship is awarded annually to up to 30 women pursuing Ph.D./doctoral degrees in aerospace engineering and space sciences.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Every year, WFP hosts multiple Innovation Challenges in search of game-changing innovations that deliver relief, foster, resilience and end hunger. Applications are now open for this challenge.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme 2024/2025. The IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme (MSCFP) seeks to inspire and support young women to pursue a career in the nuclear field.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Startup Energy Camp for African Energy Startups. From 18 to 23 October 2024, the next Energy Camp will take place in Nairobi, bringing together up to 12 visionary founders like you.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
ITTO offers fellowships through the Freezailah Fellowship Fund to promote human resource development and to strengthen professional expertise in member countries in tropical forestry and related disciplines. Applications are now open for the ITTO Freezailah Fellowship Fund.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the DO African Social Innovation Fellowship 2024. The African Social Innovation Fellowship (ASIF) is a 6 month immersive program designed to equip young leaders, social innovators and changemakers with the skills, network, and resources to drive sustainable social impact across Africa.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Have you ever imagined a place where you can focus solely on your scholarly work, surrounded by nature and like-minded individuals? The National Humanities Center (NHC) offers a unique opportunity for scholars to immerse themselves in an enriching environment dedicated to advancing humanistic knowledge.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
The SCAR Fellowship Programme is designed to encourage the active involvement of early-career researchers in furthering our understanding of Antarctica. The Fellowships enable early-career researchers to join a project team from another country, opening up new opportunities and often creating partnerships that last many years and over many Antarctic research seasons. Applications are now open for this fellowship.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA). This opportunity allows you to pursue your PhD education in Singapore with SINGA and take your research to greater heights. The award provides support for up to 4 years of PhD studies.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Youth Transition Program 4.0. The Youth Transition Program (YTP) is an initiative of Access through the implementation of NerdzFactory Foundation to equip young individuals across South-West Nigeria and beyond with a unique opportunity to be equipped with digital skills and positioned for emerging opportunities globally.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Proposals are invited for the Climate Change Al Innovation Grants 2024. Climate Change Al is a nonprofit initiative to catalyze impactful work at the intersection of climate change and machine learning. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
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Applications are open for the ETH4D Doctoral Mentorship Grants 2024. ETH for Development (ETH4D) provides grants for mentoring doctoral candidates from low- and lower-middle-income countries. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Qubators Hackathon 2024. This is a 2-month sprint development event designed for all developers worldwide to build an improved version of existing mobile applications or new innovations in all fields of interest.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
UNESCO and IEEE Entrepreneurship are launching a new entrepreneurship bootcamp in engineering for sustainable development. It is a 5-day intensive bootcamp for early-career engineers in Luanda, Angola from 9 to 13 September 2024. Prospective applicants from Africa who are interested in learning entrepreneurial skills to market their scientific inventions are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this enriching experience.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Airbus Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2024. This opportunity is fully-funded. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the OWSD Women in Science Displacement Outreach Masters Scholarships 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the PowerUp Program. The PowerUP Entrepreneurship Program empowers young Nigerians by providing them with the necessary tools and support to excel as entrepreneurs.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 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.