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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 ITET Gem Essay Competition 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Royal Society of Biology Photography Competition 2024. The Royal Society of Biology annual photography competition invites amateurs to submit photographs on a particular theme. The theme of the 2024 Photography Competition is Transforming Life.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the One World Media Global Short Docs Forum 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2024
Are you a young person dreaming of a world where people and landscapes thrive? The Global Landscapes Forum is now accepting applications for the 2025 Restoration Stewards program, and this is a chance to turn your dreams into action.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Hurford Youth Fellowship Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jun, 2024
The TotalEnergies Marketing Nigeria Plc Young Graduate Program 2024 is now open for applications. Click here to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
Applications for the Global Changemaker Fellowship 2024 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
The Human Resources in Higher Education (HR in HE) Community Grants support university Human Resource practitioners in the ever-changing world of work by encouraging collaboration and promoting the sharing of good practice.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Internet Society Foundation Resiliency Program 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Sustainable OceanAlliance Ecopreneur Network Class of 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Konrad AdenauerStiftung Youth 4 Policy Innovation Fellowship 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
The University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson Scholarship is now accepting applications for its 2025 academic year. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
Are you ready to unleash the power of your tech innovation? If the answer is ‘yes’, entering the fourth annual KPMG Private Enterprise Global Tech Innovator competition is an opportunity you can’t afford to miss.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
The Africa Digital Epidemiology and Innovation Network (ADEIN), an expression of the Design for Health Practice at CcHUB, has announced the launch of its innovation Challenge themed: Emerging Tech and Digital Interoperability: Innovating for Resilience and Improved Healthcare Delivery’’. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2024
The WeXchange Women STEMpreneurs Competition is on the lookout for the most innovative and dynamic women entrepreneurs in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) across Latin America and the Caribbean. This competition aims to connect these trailblazing women with potential funding opportunities.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2024
Application for the Elevating the Voices of Women in Agriculture (EVWA) Campaign 2024 are now open. Click on the link to the application website to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the Graduate Research Scholarships at the University of Melbourne. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Shell Graduate Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the YALI RLC West Africa Emerging Leaders Program – Cohort 50. Click here to learn more about this training and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 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.