Are you a Nigerian student looking for fully funded scholarships to study in Nigeria or abroad?
You’re in luck! Several top organizations and governments offer scholarships that cover full tuition, accommodation, travel expenses, and stipends. This guide highlights the Top 10 Fully Funded Scholarships for Nigerian Students in 2024/2025, plus expert tips to help you apply successfully.
Pro Tip: Deadlines change every year—verify each scholarship's current status on its official website.
1. MTN Foundation Scholarship
- Eligibility: Nigerian undergraduates in public tertiary institutions
- Coverage: Full tuition + annual stipend
- Deadline: October – November
- Apply: MTN Scholarship Website
2. NNPC/TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship
- Eligibility: 100 & 200-level Nigerian undergraduates
- Coverage: Up to ₦150,000 per year
- Deadline: June – July
- Apply: TotalEnergies Scholarship Portal
3. Agbami Medical & Engineering Professionals Scholarship
- Eligibility: Medicine and engineering undergraduates
- Coverage: ₦200,000 – ₦300,000 annually
- Deadline: August – September
- More Info: Agbami Scholarship Info
4. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
- Eligibility: Africans, including Nigerians, seeking to study abroad
- Coverage: Full tuition, travel, living stipend
- Deadline: Varies by university
- Partner Schools: View List
5. PTDF Scholarship (Overseas & Local)
- Eligibility: Nigerian MSc/PhD students in oil & gas fields
- Coverage: Full tuition, flight, allowances
- Deadline: March – April
- Apply: PTDF Scholarship Portal
6. Federal Government Scholarship (BEA Awards)
- Eligibility: Undergraduate/postgraduate Nigerian students
- Coverage: Tuition + monthly stipends
- Countries: Russia, China, Hungary, Ukraine, etc.
- Deadline: January – February
7. Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship
- Eligibility: Undergraduate Nigerian students
- Coverage: Up to ₦150,000 per academic year
- Deadline: May – June
- Apply: Jim Ovia Foundation
8. Shell Nigeria Scholarship (SPDC/NNPC JV)
- Eligibility: Nigerian undergraduates in public universities
- Coverage: ₦100,000 – ₦200,000 per year
- Deadline: August – September
9. African Development Bank (AfDB) Scholarships
- Eligibility: African MSc/PhD students in STEM, agriculture
- Coverage: Full tuition + research grant
- Deadline: Rolling (Varies)
- More Info: AfDB Website
10. Gani Fawehinmi Scholarship for Indigent Students
- Eligibility: Needy undergraduate students in Nigeria
- Coverage: ₦100,000 per academic year
- Deadline: November – December
How to Stay Updated on Scholarship Deadlines
- Bookmark each scholarship’s official site (links above)
- Set Google Alerts like “PTDF Scholarship 2025”
- Follow official handles on Twitter/X and Facebook
Bonus: Tips to Avoid Missing Applications
- Use a scholarship tracker (Google Sheet, Notion, Excel)
- Apply early – portals may crash on deadline days
- Join our WhatsApp Alert Group (link in bio)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When do the 2025 scholarships open?
A: Most begin 6–12 months before the academic year. Start checking around September 2024.
Q: Can I apply after a deadline passes?
A: No—but most scholarships are annual. Save and revisit this list for future cycles.
Final Thoughts
These fully funded scholarships offer Nigerian students the chance to study without financial barriers. Start your application early, follow verified sources, and stay consistent.
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