Studying abroad remains a dream for many Nigerians, but high tuition and living costs often pose a significant barrier to achieving this goal. Several countries, however, offer affordable or even tuition-free education alongside scholarships for international students. Germany is a top choice, with public universities charging no tuition fees for non-EU students. Semester contributions are
The United States has renewed efforts to attract Nigerian students to its campuses, with 28 American universities participating in the 24th Annual EducationUSA College Fair in Abuja. The event, organised by the US Embassy and EducationUSA, drew around 4,700 prospective students, parents and educators, making it one of the largest platforms in Nigeria for connecting
The American Embassy in Nigeria has explained why more than 28 colleges in the United States are exporting education to Nigerian students. The Embassy, through its Public Diplomacy Officer, Brian Neubert, disclosed that the move aims to consolidate US-Nigeria relations and boost the economies of both countries. Neubert said this in his remarks at the
Studying abroad does not always require substantial financial resources, with several universities offering quality education at relatively low or no tuition fees. Among the most affordable is the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, which offers free education to international students and is recognised for its strong programmes in law, philosophy, and medicine. In Europe, the
One of Africa’s fastest-growing international student recruitment agencies, Study Now, has announced a multi-city education fair aimed at connecting young Africans with universities abroad. The Study Now Xperience, scheduled to run between September and October 2025, will be held in Port Harcourt, Abuja, Lagos, Accra and Nairobi. The fairs will give students and their families
Study Now, a leading student recruitment agency in Africa, has introduced the “Study Now Xperience”—a series of educational expos scheduled to take place in Port Harcourt, Abuja, Lagos, Accra, and Nairobi between September and October 2025. The events are designed to link African students with top universities in the UK and other popular study destinations.
The Honjo International Scholarship Foundation has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 scholarship programme, which is open to outstanding international students pursuing master’s or doctoral studies in Japan. The fully funded award provides financial support, living expenses, and travel grants to promote global talent, cultural exchange, and long-term collaboration. Applicants from all nationalities
The United Kingdom is calling for applications for the 2025/2026 Chevening Scholarship programme, offering fully funded one-year master’s degrees at any UK university to aspiring leaders across the globe, including Nigeria. The British High Commission announced that the application window will run from August 5 to October 7, 2025, with successful applicants receiving full financial
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has shortlisted 5,746 Nigerians for interviews as part of its 2025 Overseas Scholarship Scheme. The programme offers full scholarships for Master’s and PhD studies in foreign universities. Of the total, 3,875 applicants are for Master’s, while 1,871 are for PhD programmes. The interview began in Kaduna, one of six
