There is no gain-saying the fact that the US is a choice education haven for most Nigerians seeking higher education. Today, scholars arena brings you the top 27 USA Scholarships for Nigerians 2018

It’s no secret that the US is one of the most expensive nations in which to pursue higher education, but don’t let that put you off, as there are hundreds of opportunities to gain funding for your studies there as a Nigerian.

As a Nigerian international student, you won’t be eligible for funding intended specifically for US nationals. However, as US universities prioritize internationalization, the number of international scholarships to study in the US has grown. There are also some US universities that offer free admission to international students from Nigeria.

Below is a selection of US scholarships for Nigerian international students, some funded by the US government, some funded by private organizations and some funded by specific institutions.

We at scholars arena wish you Good luck with your applications!


Government-funded US scholarships for international students.

1. Fulbright Foreign Student Program – Perhaps the most popular government-funded US scholarships for international students, Fulbright offers scholarships for graduate students, young professionals and artists to study in the US for one year or more. Open to international students in all fields excluding medicine.

2. Hubert Humphrey Fellowship Program – This is a non-degree scholarship program for international, experienced professionals wishing to undertake 10 months of academic study in the US. Although the funding doesn’t support degree qualifications, students are able to study and develop their knowledge at academic institutions across the nation.


Non-governmental US scholarships for international students

3. Abbey Road Summer Scholarships – Abbey Road are offering US scholarships worth US$1,000 for language and art students, as well as US$500 fellowships for “summer enrichment” at institutions within the states.

4. Civil Society Leadership Awards – Fully-funded scholarships are available for students from eligible countries to study in the US or another host country at master’s level.

5 The Next Gen Scholarship Fund – Scholarships to study in the US for non-residents and international students. Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA (grade point average) and be enrolled on a program at an accredited university within Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia. Worth US$1,000.

6. Tortuga Backpacks Study Abroad Scholarship – Awarded twice a year to passionate international students wishing to study in the US. Worth US$1,000.

7. David P. Shapiro Autism Scholarship – A one-time scholarship worth US$1,000 open to current or prospective students in the US diagnosed with autism.

For female students:

8. AAUW International Fellowships – Fellowships offered by the American Association of University Women for female international students to study in the US.

9. MIT-Zaragoza Women in Logistics and SCM Scholarship – US scholarships for female students of any age, ethnicity or nationality, to study at the Zaragoza Logistics Center at MIT.

10. Bat and Ball Game Women’s Sports Scholarship – A scholarship offering $1,000 to a woman currently studying a sports-related degree at any university in the US.

For graduate students:

11. Rotary Peace Fellowships – this is one of the 27 USA Scholarships for Nigerians 2018. this Scholarship provides funds to complete a masters degree in the US awarded within one of Rotary’s Peace Centers (such as at Duke University or the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill).

For students from developing countries:

12. Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme – this is also one of the top 27 USA Scholarships for Nigerians 2018. It’s a Scholarship for postgraduate international students hailing from countries in Africa.
Scholarships for African students between the ages of 25 and 35 from sub-Saharan African countries, for them to study in the US and gain leadership and business skills.

13. MasterCard Foundation Scholarships – Scholarships for African students to study in the US and Africa. This scholarships is funded by the MasterCard foundation and it is both undergraduates and postgraduate students to study in various universities in the US.

University-specific US scholarships for international students

14. American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship – Undergraduate scholarships to study in the US at American University in Washington DC. Aimed at international students who are showing leadership potential.

15. Brandeis University Wien International Scholarship Program – Funding opportunity for high-achieving students with an interest in student community contribution.

16. Clark University Global Scholars Program – Scholarships of no less than US$10,000 as well as a guaranteed $2,500 taxable stipend for a paid internship are available for first-year international applicants.

17. Emory University Needs-Based Scholarship Program – Funding opportunities for international students at Emory University. Students must demonstrate financial need.

18. Harvard University Scholarships – Harvard offers a range of (very competitive) international scholarships for students from all over the globe. This is perhaps one of the most popular offer on our list of 27 USA Scholarships for Nigerians 2018

19. Illinois State University International Awards – Illinois State offers tuition waivers, merit awards and graduate assistant-ships to incoming international students.

20. Iowa State University International Merit Scholarships – Merit-based scholarship program for high-achieving international students.

21. Michigan State University International Scholarships – Various grants and scholarships for international students to study in the US at MSU.

22. New York University Wagner International Scholarships – US scholarships to study at NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service.

23. University of Arkansas International Scholarships – Funding opportunities for international students of varying backgrounds and nationalities.

24. University of Iowa Scholarships for International First Year Students – Various scholarships for international students starting their first year in Autumn 2018.

25. University of Minnesota International Excellence Scholarships – Two scholarships of differing amounts allocated to international full-time students at UM.

26. University of Oregon International Scholarships – US scholarships to study at the University of Oregon, aimed at international students from around the world.

27. University of Wisconsin Superior Non-resident Tuition Waiver Program – Tuition waiver for international students demonstrating financial need at the University of Wisconsin.


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Goodluck to every applicant!

is there anyone currently out

wemzygirl:
is there anyone currently out

Yeah, visit this link for application links.

https://www.scholarsarena.net/27-usa-scholarships-nigerians-2018/

Good luck.

What about now?

Do one need 2 gain admission b4 applying