Top 5 Scholarship Opportunities for Nigerian Students in 2025
Getting a quality education in Nigeria can be expensive, but scholarships are a great way to support your dreams. Whether you’re a secondary school leaver or a university student, there are several scholarship opportunities in 2025 that you can apply for.
Here are 5 scholarships you should keep your eyes on this year:
- MTN Foundation Scholarship
MTN offers scholarships to Nigerian students in public tertiary institutions who are in their 2nd year and above, with a minimum CGPA of 3.5 (second class upper).
Worth: ₦200,000 per year
Open to Science and Technology students
- NNPC/Total Scholarship
This is one of the most competitive scholarships for undergraduates. It covers tuition, books, and living expenses.
For students in federal and state universities
Engineering, Medicine, and Science courses preferred.
- Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship
Open to both secondary and university students, this scholarship supports academically bright students with leadership potential.
Full or partial funding depending on level
Highly competitive
- DAAD Scholarships (Germany)
Planning to study abroad? The German government offers scholarships to Nigerians for Master’s and PhD programs.
Covers tuition, living expenses, and travel costs
Requires a strong academic background
- Agbami Medical and Engineering Scholarship
This is targeted at 100–500 level students studying Medicine or Engineering.
₦100,000 – ₦200,000 grant
Sponsored by Star Deepwater Petroleum
Final Tip:
Start gathering your documents now—results, admission letters, recommendation letters—and check deadlines on the official sites. Scholarships are real, and someone has to win them. It could be you!
