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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 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
Applications are open for the CERN Short Term Internship 2024. Click here to learn more about this internship opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
The We Are Family Foundation (WAFF) is excited to announce the call for applications for the 2024 Youth To The Front Fund: “The Creatives” Frontliners. This initiative aims to uplift, support, and fund artists and creative collectives who harness the power of creativity to drive change and inspire hope.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
The World Climate Research Programme (WCRP) announces a research fellowship with a focus on Africa. The fellowship is available through WCRP’s new Global South Fellowship program. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
Applications for research scholarships commencing in 2025 at RMIT University are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Singapore Management University 2024 Dato' Kho Hui Meng Scholarship for Undergraduate Students. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Postgrad Solutions has launched 5 Postgrad Solutions Study Bursaries for 2024 worth £2,000 each towards postgraduate studies for the upcoming academic year. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Are you a recent graduate with a passion for international development? Are you interested in a three-year assignment at a dynamic, innovative, multi-cultural organization where you can help create a world free of poverty on a livable planet? If so, we invite you to explore the Junior Professional Associates (JPA) program.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
UNHCR is looking for talented, motivated and passionate individuals – like you – from around the world who bring knowledge, innovative thinking and different ideas to enhance their capacity to support people forced to flee. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Global Environment Facility Internship Program. A GEF internship offers individuals an opportunity to learn about the GEF and contribute to its mission for the global environment.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of the Western Cape 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the BIND Open Innovation & Acceleration Program 2024. The BIND Open Innovation and Acceleration Program connects dynamic startup teams with well-established companies, to provide external solutions for their internal digital transformation challenges while promoting the development of commercial skills and encouraging the immersion of startups in the local ecosystem, catalyzing new business opportunities.
Date Posted: 19 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.