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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 Max Planck Summer Internship Program allows highly motivated undergraduate students to work in one of the labs at the Max Planck Institutes of Neurobiology (the future Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence) and Biochemistry. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 International Labour Organization (ILO) Social Finance Fellowship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Government of Poland Banach Scholarship Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the Ashesi-ETH Master in Mechatronic Engineering Scholarship Program 2024 for African Engineers. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 HeiGIT Robert and Christine Danziger Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 SANEF Nat Nakasa Awards for Courageous Journalism. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 AWHF Moses Mapesa Research Grant. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 May, 2024
Applications are open for the CALA Advanced Leadership Programme 2024 for Young African Leaders. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
Applications are open for CcHub "Let's Build, Africa!" Program 2024 for African Startups. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
Applications are open for the BETA 5G Program 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
The International Fund for Public Interest Media is announcing a global open call for proposals to support independent media organizations investing in audience strategies to better serve the public. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
The Tech for Good Impact Awards 2024 are now accepting applications through the Zendesk Foundation. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
You can now apply for the CSIS Internship Program 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
Simon Fraser University (SFU) offers a wide array of scholarship opportunities for international undergraduate students for 2024. Click here if you are interested in this opportunity.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
Applications for Global Impact Cash Grants are welcome from social impact partners worldwide that share their goal and present a creative solution to a pressing social issue, according to Cisco. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
Applications for the Geneva Graduate Institute Call for Applied Research Projects (ARPs) Partners 2024-2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
The Lululemon Centre for Social Impact excitingly announces the launch of its annual application for the Here to Be grant. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the Western Union Foundation fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 May, 2024
In the lead up to the GLF Africa 2024 Hybrid Conference, the Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) and the Youth in Landscapes Initiative (YIL) are hosting the 2024 African Youth Storytelling Contest “The Stories of Africa”. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 25 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the International AIDS Conference 2024 Social Media Advocacy Program 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 May, 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.