Top 10 Scholarships for Nigerian Students to Study Abroad

Are you a Nigerian student dreaming of studying abroad? Look no further! We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 scholarships available to Nigerian students, helping you achieve your academic goals globally.

1. Fulbright Scholarship

· Award: Full tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs in the US

2. Chevening Scholarship

· Award: Full tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Master’s programs in the UK

3. Commonwealth Scholarship

· Award: Full tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Master’s and Ph.D. programs in Commonwealth countries

4. DAAD Scholarship (Germany)

· Award: Tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs in Germany

5. Australian Awards Scholarship

· Award: Full tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs in Australia

6. Netherlands Fellowship Programme

· Award: Tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Master’s and Ph.D. programs in the Netherlands

7. Swedish Institute Scholarship

· Award: Tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Master’s programs in Sweden

8. Rhodes Scholarship (Oxford University)

· Award: Full tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Postgraduate programs at Oxford University

9. Gates Cambridge Scholarship

· Award: Full tuition, living expenses, and travel
· Eligibility: Postgraduate programs at Cambridge University

10. University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson Scholarship

· Award: Full tuition and living expenses
· Eligibility: Undergraduate programs at the University of Toronto

Application Tips:

· Research each scholarship thoroughly
· Meet eligibility criteria
· Submit applications well before deadlines
· Ensure strong academic records and recommendations

Remember, these scholarships are competitive, so prepare thoroughly and apply strategically. Good luck, Nigerian students.