Funding an undergraduate degree whether at home in Nigeria or abroad can significantly relieve financial stress. Fully funded and high-yield merit undergraduate scholarships are categorized by location, eligibility requirements, and application procedures.
Top Domestic Scholarships for Nigerian Undergraduates
These awards support full-time students enrolled in accredited public universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across Nigeria.
| Scholarship Name | Sponsor / Organizers | Target Students / Disciplines | Value / Coverage |
| NNPC / Seplat JV Undergraduate Scholarship | Seplat Energy & NNPC | 200-level students and above (Engineering, Medicine, Law, Sciences, Management) with CGPA ≥ 3.5. | Annual stipend until graduation. |
| MTN Foundation Scholarship Scheme | MTN Nigeria Foundation | STEM students (300L/400L Medics), Visually Impaired candidates (200L+), and Top 10 JAMB UTME scorers. | ₦300,000 annually until graduation. |
| NNPC / Chevron National Undergraduate Award | Chevron Nigeria Limited & NNPC | 200-level students across all federal and state universities in accredited courses. | Annual grant covering tuition and campus allowances. |
| Agbami Medical & Engineering Scholarship | Star Deep Water (Chevron) & Partners | 100L and 200L students specifically studying Medicine, Surgery, or Engineering disciplines. | High-value annual grant for medical & engineering training. |
| NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme | Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) | 100-level students at public universities who scored 200+ in UTME and hold top O’Level grades. | Annual stipend covering tuition and educational upkeep. |
Top International Fully Funded Scholarships for Nigerian Undergraduates
These global awards fund full tuition, accommodation, living stipends, and international travel for undergraduate studies overseas.
| Scholarship Name | Destination / Institution | Selection Focus | Value / Coverage |
| Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program | Partner universities globally (USA, Canada, UK, Africa) | Academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to giving back to Africa. | 100% full tuition, housing, books, flight tickets, and monthly stipend. |
| Trent International Global Citizen Scholarship | Trent University (Canada) | Outstanding leadership, community service, financial need, and high academic performance. | Full international tuition and mandatory ancillary fees (up to $40,000 CAD/year). |
| Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship | University of Toronto (Canada) | Exceptional academic achievement, creativity, and school recommendation. | Full tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for 4 years. |
| Berea College Tuition Promise Scholarship | Berea College (Kentucky, USA) | High academic performance paired with demonstrated financial need. | 100% tuition coverage for all enrolled international students. |
| University of Manchester Global Futures Scholarship | University of Manchester (UK) | High academic merit (A-Levels, IB, or recognized foundation year). | Up to £30,000 multi-year tuition discount award. |
Essential Application Checklist for Nigerian Applicants
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│ UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP CHECKLIST │
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│ [1] Verified CGPA/Academic Records: Official institutional transcript │
│ stamping or certified O'Level / UTME results. │
│ [2] Proof of Identification: National Identification Number (NIN), │
│ Student ID, or International Passport. │
│ [3] Recommendation Letters: Academic references from your Dean/HOD │
│ or high school principal. │
│ [4] Compelling Personal Statement: Detail your leadership background, │
│ community service, and career vision. │
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