SCHOLARSHIPS FOR NIGERIAN STUDENTS 2016
Nigerian students in the 2015/16 academic year should be on the lookout for scholarship positions in 2016. Scholarships from various sponsors, multinational companies and governments will be rolling out soon.
Below is a list of available scholarships for students in 2016:
A. FEDERAL GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
1. Federal Government Scholarships Tenable in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions
The Nigerian Federal Government through its Ministry of Education offers the “Nigerian Scholarship Awards Tenable In Nigerian Tertiary Institutions” to Postgraduate, Undergraduate, HND and NCE students of Nigerian origin. All courses, both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, offered at Nigerian tertiary institutions are eligible. This is a Full Fee scholarship award, and the annual application deadlines are usually in April-May.
2. Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) Oversea Scholarships for Nigerians
The Federal Government of Nigeria through its Ministry of Education offers the “Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) Oversea Scholarships” to Nigerian undergraduate, masters and doctoral students. The scholarship duration range from 4 – 9 years depending on the level and the country of study. The participating countries are responsible for the tuition and accommodation, while Nigeria government takes care of the remaining needs.
3. PTDF Scholarships Programme in Nigeria & Overseas (UK & France)
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund, PTDF, a parastatal of the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources offers the “PTDF Scholarship Scheme” to suitably qualified Nigerian Undergraduates, Masters and PhD students. Scholarships are awarded for studies in the United Kingdom and France, and also at upgraded Universities in Nigeria. However, Undergraduate level awards are for studies in Nigeria only, and on approved subject areas. Deadline for application is usually in late October every year.

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