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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.
The University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli announces the 40th cycle of Research Doctoral Courses. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Sony World Photography Awards. Click here to learn more about this contest and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Studies Centre Leiden (ASCL) Visiting Fellowship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the World Food Forum Global Youth Hackathon on Food Waste 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Youth Co:Lab Springboard Elevate Programme 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the Knight Hennessy Scholarships at Standford University. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Close Up Program for Talented Filmmakers 2024-2025. The Close Up program consists of three intensive and collaborative workshops over the course of eight months, along with individualized work and assignments in between.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Open Futures Scholarship for Black Students 2024/2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Growth Hub Accelerator & Grant Competition 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC) Women’s Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Fitch Group x Social Shifters Global Education Challenge 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the UNESCO ICM Martial Arts Photo Contest 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are open for the Giving Joy Grants 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 African Studies Centre Leiden Africa Thesis Award. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Calling all African women aspiring editors! Cassava Republic is delighted to be hosting a residential editorial workshop this September for African women living on the continent and interested in editing non-fiction.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 TotalEnergies Startupper of the Year Challenge. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 International Press Institute (IPI) Local News Accelerator Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 World Trade Organization (WTO) Young Trade Leaders Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications for the EIT Food Competition 2024 for Fresh Ideas in Food Systems Innovation are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2024
Applications are invited for the UNITAR Leaders for Free and Open Indo-Pacific: Sea and Human Security Training Programme 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 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.