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Following is a compact listing of all available scholarships for the students of Nigeria

Leventis Fellowship for Nigerian Applicants at SOAS, University of London in UK, 2014
Leventis Foundation is funding fellowship for younger scholars to develop their research interests in the field of libraries and archives and to participate in the intellectual life of the Center. Nigerian academics are eligible for this research fellowship. Duration of fellowship is of three months. The scheme might be particularly appropriate for scholars working up a PhD thesis into publishable form. The deadline for applications is 31 May 2014.

Early Career Development Fellowship for Developing Countries Applicants in USA, 2015
The International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and OCLC are offering Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship for Developing Countries Applicants. This fellowship is available for early career development and continuing education for library and information science professionals. Applicants must have a qualifying degree in library or information science. Normally a PhD is not considered a qualifying degree, because the Fellowship program is targeted for early career librarians. The application deadline is February 14, 2014.

IDRC Doctoral Research Awards for Canadians and Developing Countries in Canada, 2014
IDRC offers research awards for Canadians and developing countries’ students for pursuing doctoral studies at a Canadian university. These awards are intended for field research in one or more developing countries. Students must have completed coursework and passed comprehensive exams before taking up the award. Approximately 20 to 25 awards are offered per competition and will cover justifiable field research expenses up to CA$20,000 a year. The application deadline is October 2, 2013 and April 2, 2014,

Development Scholarships for Nigerian Students and Developing Countries in Czech Republic, 2014/15
The Faculty of Social Sciences at Charles University through the support of the Czech Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport offers five partial scholarships for developing countries. Applications for these scholarships are open to all students from developing countries and/or countries going through a process of political and economic transition. Students who are applying for study in one of Bachelor’s studies or Master’s studies programmes at Faculty of Social Sciences from academic year 2014/15 can apply. The deadline for scholarship applications is 30th April 2014.

The Distance Learner Online MPH Scholarship for International & Developing Country Students, 2014
Online MPHDegree.net is offering two online MPH scholarships for developing countries and international students in the USA. The purpose of the merit-based Distance Learner Online MPH Scholarship is to help public health students pay for the costs of their education. It may be awarded to anyone who is currently enrolled or will enroll in the next six months in a graduate level, online master of public health program. Total offer is of $1000. 00. These are merit-based scholarships to deserving online MPH candidates for each calendar year. The application deadline is January 15th, 2014.

IDB-Oxford Clarendon Scholarships at University of Oxford, UK
Islamic Development Bank and the University of Oxford funded The combined IDB-Oxford Clarendon Scholarships for Nigerian Students in the field of MPLS, Medical Sciences and Social Sciences at University of Oxford, UK
Scholarship Application Deadline is January (annually)

Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies Scholarships for Graduate Students, UK 2013
The Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies is a Recognized Independent Centre of the University of Oxford. It was established in 1985 to encourage the scholarly study of Islam and the Islamic world. The Centre provides a meeting point for the Western and Islamic worlds of learning.
Application deadline is 10 0r 24 January 2014.

Commonwealth Academic Fellowships for Mid-Career Academics in UK, 2014
Each year, UK Department for International Development (DFID) funds academic fellowships for mid-career academics from developing Commonwealth countries. These fellowships enable fellows to spend three months to network and update knowledge and skills related to their academic subject and responsibilities at any approved UK university or higher education institution. The CSC also invites alumni who held Commonwealth Scholarships for PhD to apply directly to the CSC for a Commonwealth Academic Fellowship. All eligible alumni will be sent a letter with details of how to apply. All applications must be made through your nominating university/university body in applicants’ home country. The deadline for applications is 3 December 2013.

Westminster International Scholarships for Nigerian Students and Developing Countries’ Students in UK, 2014
University of Westminster offers international scholarships for developing countries. The scholarships are available for pursuing master’s degree level. The scholarships will provide full tuition fee waiver, accommodation, living expenses and flights to and from London. The scholarships will be awarded on the basis of academic excellence, financial need and development potential. The application deadline is November 1, 2013.

Radcliffe Institute Fellowship Program for International Applicants at Harvard University in USA, 2014/15
Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study at the Harvard University is funding international fellowship program for scholars, scientists, artists and writers who wish to pursue advanced work in academic and professional fields and in the creative arts. The fellowship includes stipends, relocation expenses for the duration of one year. Women and men from across the United States and throughout the world, including developing countries are encouraged to apply. Online application should be submitted by October 1, 2013.

Netherlands Fellowship Programmes for Master’s Degree, PhD Research and Short Courses, 2013/14
Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation is offering Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) for developing country applicants. The fellowship is available for master’s, PhD and short courses. Students must be a national of, and working and living in one of the countries in the NFP country list valid at the time of application. If for whatever reason a candidate stays in another country other than his or her home country for more than 90 days before the start of the course and/ or programme, he or she is not considered to be living and working in his or her home country. Application should be submitted till 1St October 2013.

ICO-Fred Hollows Foundation One-Year Subspecialty Fellowships for Developing Countries, 2014
The International Council of Ophthalmology is offering training fellowships to young ophthalmologists from developing countries. This fellowship provides support for training in any ophthalmology subspecialties at a designated ICO Fellowship Training Center. The fellowships will include US$24,000 for one year to cover round-trip travel, living expenses and professional expenses. Fellowships commence the year following application. Application deadline is September 30. 2013.

ICO Three-Month Fellowships in Ophthalmology for Developing Countries, 2013/14
The International Council of Ophthalmology is offering approximately 60 fellowships in ophthalmology. These three-month fellowships provide young ophthalmologists from developing countries training in several subspecialties in ophthalmology. The fellowships will include S$6000 (maximum) to cover travel and living expenses. The application deadline is March 31 and September 30 each year.

ICO-Retina Research Foundation Helmerich Fellowships for Developing Countries, 2013/14
The International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) is offering two fellowships for developing countries. These one year fellowships are awarded for training in any ophthalmology subspecialty at a host training center. The fellowships worth of US$25,000 are offered to cover round trip travel, living expenses and professional expenses. The fellowship may be commence anytime within 15 months after award notification. The application deadline is September 30 of each year.

SPDC Joint Venture University Scholarship Award Scheme in Nigeria, 2012/2013
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited Scholarship Scheme offers for first year students in all Nigerian universities. This opportunity is to study with an annual grant from the SPDC JV for the full duration of the course. The programme aims to promote academic excellence and improve the skills-base among young Nigerians. Nigerian students must be have enrolled in the bachelors program for 2012/13 academic session. The online application will be submitted by September 30, 2013.

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