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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.
In developing nations, the Catalytic Climate Finance Facility (CC Facility) expedites the introduction and expansion of mixed climate finance arrangements that have a significant impact and are ready for the market. Click here if you are interested in learning more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the UNESCO World Heritage Young Professionals Forum 2024. This program seeks to promote intercultural learning and interaction.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Women in Africa (WIA) 54 Programme 2024. If you are a female entrepreneur in Africa, this opportunity here’s an opportunity for you.
Date Posted: 13 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Africa Business Heroes Competition. If you are an African entrepreneur seeking funding, this may just be the perfect opportunity for you.
Date Posted: 13 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Goi Peace Foundation International Essay Contest. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the French Agency for Development (AFD) Digital Energy Challenge for African Start-ups 2024. This opportunity has a 70,000€ funding prize and is exclusively for African entrepreneurs.
Date Posted: 13 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Grist climate fiction writing story contest. If you are a writer, click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and learn how to nominate notable leaders.
Date Posted: 13 Apr, 2024
The Global Development Awards Competition (GDAC) is GDN’s largest and longest-running program that brings together a rich community of researchers and development practitioners. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 13 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Banting Postdoctoral Fellowships Program that will be hosted in Canada. Click here if you are interested in applying for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
The James Dyson Award is your chance to make a name for yourself as an inventor. As well as winning a significant cash prize, you could generate media exposure to kick-start your career, earn the esteem of your peers – and perhaps gain the confidence to launch your own business.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
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.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
The Sprinng Writing Fellowship (SWF) 2024 is an intensive 6-week online mentorship program for developing Nigerian, Ghanaian, Liberian, and South African writers with great potential and willingness to learn.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the ACU Higher Education & the SDGS Challenge Grants 2024. Higher Education and the SDGs Network Grants fund collaborative work around the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Click here if you are interested in this opportunity.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Africa Fact-checking Fellowship – Ethiopia (AFF-ETH). Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the Brighter Living Scholarships to attend the 2024 One Young World Summit. Click here to find out if you are eligible for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 SME Growth Lab Accelerator Program. If you are an entrepreneur in Africa, this opportunity is for you. Click here to learn about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 12 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Peter Drucker Challenge Essay Contest. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Engineering Fellowship Programme. Click here to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Apr, 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.