10 Scholarships Nigerians Can Still Apply for Before July Ends (2026 Guide)
Why You Should Apply Now
If you’re a Nigerian student looking for financial support, July is your chance to secure funding for your education. Several scholarship programmes are still accepting applications or will open shortly. Here are some of the best opportunities.
“A scholarship is more than financial support—it is an investment in your future. Apply early and never ignore an opportunity because you think you won’t qualify.”
1. MTN Foundation Science & Technology Scholarship
- Eligibility: 300-level students in public tertiary institutions with excellent academic records.
- How to Apply: Submit your application through the MTN Foundation scholarship portal.
- Deadline: 22 July 2026.
2. FirstBank Scholarship Programme
- Eligibility: Qualified Nigerian undergraduates.
- How to Apply: Complete the online application on the official scholarship portal.
- Deadline: 22 July 2026.
3. NNPC/NAOC Joint Venture Scholarship
- Eligibility: Eligible undergraduate students in Nigerian universities.
- How to Apply: Apply online and upload the required academic documents.
- Deadline: 26 July 2026.
4. PTDF In-Country Scholarship
- Eligibility: Undergraduate, master’s and PhD students in Nigerian public universities.
- How to Apply: Register and submit your application on the PTDF Scholarship Portal.
- Deadline: 27 July 2026.
5. Commonwealth Scholarship
- Eligibility: Qualified postgraduate applicants.
- Deadline: 27 July 2026.
6. NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship
- Eligibility: Eligible Nigerian undergraduates.
- Deadline: 27 July 2026.
7. ICCEF Educational Scholarship
- Eligibility: Indigent students in Nigerian public secondary and tertiary institutions.
- Deadline: 30 July 2026.
8. NNPC/SEPLAT JV Scholarship
- Eligibility: 200-level students and above with a minimum CGPA of 3.5 and five O’Level credits in one sitting.
- How to Apply: Complete the online application and upload the required documents.
9. Chevening Scholarship (Upcoming)
Applications for the next cycle open on 4 August 2026 for Nigerians seeking a fully funded master’s degree in the UK.
10. DAAD Scholarships
German Government scholarships for postgraduate studies. Applicants should monitor the official DAAD database for programmes matching their course.
Most scholarship applications require your academic transcript, admission letter, identification, passport photograph, and a valid email address. Prepare these documents ahead of time and submit your applications early to avoid missing the deadlines.
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