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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 2024 Stanbic IBTC Digital Skills Empowerment Programme. The Stanbic IBTC Digital Skills Empowerment Programme (DiSEP) is an initiative that will provide excellent digital training, upskilling and paid certifications to a group of eligible Nigerian candidates for free. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Praxis Emerging Founders Scholarship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Center Amujae Initiative 2024 are now open. Launched by the EJS Center, their mission is clear: to inspire and equip Africa's most talented women to rise unapologetically to the highest levels of public leadership and to bring others along with them. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2025-2026. The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) offer a unique opportunity to study a two-year Master's degree in a low or middle-income Commonwealth country. Apply now!
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Google Student Researcher Program 2025 are now open. Join Google for a paid Student Researcher position that offers you the opportunity to work directly with their research scientists and engineers on research projects.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the Leiden University 2025 Excellence Scholarship (LExS). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 French Les Margaret Awards. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Are you a woman under 30, enrolled full-time in higher education, and eager to grow in leadership and social responsibility?
Apply now for the Women@Dior & UNESCO mentorship program!
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Commonwealth Split-site PhD Scholarships 2025/2026. The Commonwealth Split-site Scholarships are for candidates from low- and middle-income countries, as classified by the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC), in the Commonwealth, to conduct research at a university in the UK for 12 months. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the ZUKOnnect Fellowships 2025. The Zukunftskolleg Konnect Fellowships support early career researchers from Africa, Asia and Latin America who are associated with one of the thirteen departments at the University of Konstanz. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Search for Common Ground Africa Program Development Internship 2025. Search for Common Ground's Africa Program Development Hub is seeking program development interns who will support the team in the development of successful proposals and concept notes that will contribute to building peace across the African continent. Apply now!
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2024
Applications are now open for the Wilson Center Agents of Change Youth Fellowship. The Wilson Center is pleased to announce a call for applications for its “Agents of Change Youth Fellowship,” an initiative of its Middle East Program and Environmental Change and Security Program. Apply now!
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Loughborough University Vice-Chancellor Independent Research Fellowships 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Credence Nigeria is excited to announce the launch of her Law School Scholarship Initiative! If you are academically brilliant but are facing financial challenges as a law student, apply for the Credence Nigeria Scholarship today to keep your dream of being called to bar alive.
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the European Union Short Film Competition for Nigerian Filmmakers 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Elevate Africa Fellowship 2025 are now open. The Elevate Africa Fellowship is a prestigious mid-career leadership program designed to empower and support professionals across Africa who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to driving positive change in their communities, industries, and the continent at large. Aimed at leaders with at least 10-15 years of experience, the fellowship offers a platform for Africa's brightest minds to refine their leadership capabilities and amplify their contributions to Africa's development.
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Heinrich Böll Foundation Feminist Foreign & Development Policy Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Burning Heroes Africa Product Managers Contest 2024. Burning Heroes PM Contest is a worldwide case-solving contest for ambitious product managers of any domain. Apply now for this opportunity!
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the CRASSH Visiting Fellowships for Scholars from the Global South 2026. The Centre for Research in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CRASSH) at the University of Cambridge is inviting applications for funded Visiting Fellowships for scholars from the Global South.
Date Posted: 19 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the African Women's Sustainability Conference 2024. The African Women's Sustainability Conference, in partnership with the African Union and the United States Department of Commerce, hosted by the FCT, Abuja, will be held on December 11-12, 2024, in Abuja, Nigeria. Apply now!
Date Posted: 19 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.