Studying in Nigeria? These Scholarships Can Help You Finish Strong

Welcome to the second week of the Student Opportunity Bulletin — your go-to guide for verified scholarships and funding updates for Nigerian university students.

 

This week’s spotlight is on opportunities that support students in public universities, especially those who meet one or more of the following:

• Female students studying STEM or Nursing
• Students from low-income families
• Students with strong academic records (WAEC, JAMB, or CGPA)

 

Most of these scholarships are designed to reduce the financial stress of school fees, help students from single-parent households, or increase access to education for those in underrepresented fields. Whether you’re just starting your degree or already deep into it, these scholarships could be the support system you didn’t know you needed.

 

If you use Distinction.app, you’ll always be the first to hear about these kinds of offers. Let’s get into this week’s picks.

1. Florence Bamidele Makanjuola Scholarship

Category: Undergraduate (STEM & Nursing)

Reward: ₦650,000/year (direct cash support)

Deadline: June 20, 2025

Apply: Visit Opekete Foundation to apply

 

If you’re a female Nigerian student in a public university studying STEM or Nursing, this scholarship was designed with you in mind. Funded by the Opekete Foundation, it supports women in underrepresented fields like healthcare and science.

 

What makes it worth applying for?

• You get ₦650,000/year in funding — no tuition proof required
• No need for IELTS or other international tests
• Strong focus on female empowerment and academic excellence
• Great for low- or middle-income students in public universities

 

Eligibility criteria:

• Female Nigerian citizen
• Enrolled or newly admitted into a public/federal university
• 5 distinctions (A1–B3) in WAEC/NECO at one sitting
• Met the required JAMB cut-off score

 

Key tip:

The scholarship honors Florence Bamidele Makanjuola, a nurse and teacher. If your career goals align with STEM or healthcare, make that clear in your application to stand out.

2. AGIF Undergraduate (Project A500) Scholarship 2025

Category: Undergraduate (All disciplines)

Reward: Financial grant (amount not disclosed)

Deadline: June 30, 2025

Apply: Fill in their scholarship form

 

Offered by the Alex and Grace Izinyon Foundation, this scholarship supports 200 public university students under its Project A500. It focuses on easing the financial burden of families with limited income and multiple children in school.

 

What makes it worth applying for?

• No course restriction — open to all fields of study
• Designed for low-income families and single-parent households
• Recognizes both academic performance and financial need
• Simple application via Google Form

 

Eligibility criteria:

• Must be a Nigerian citizen
• Enrolled or about to enroll in a public university
• Returning students: Minimum CGPA of 3.5
• Entry-level students: JAMB score above 220
• Family income under ₦150,000/month
• Must come from a home with 3 or more children in school

 

Key tip:

Use the “Additional Comments” section in the form to explain your financial situation clearly. Be honest, specific, and mention how the grant would help you continue your education.

3. Merck Foundation Online Scholarship (2025)

Category: Online Postgraduate Training (Medical Specialties)

Reward: Full tuition coverage for online courses

Deadline: June 30, 2025

Apply: Merck Foundation Online Application 

 

If you’re a medical graduate working in the public sector, this is your chance to gain specialist training in critical but underserved medical fields — fully online and fully funded by the Merck Foundation.

 

What makes it worth applying for?

• No tuition fees – completely sponsored
• Helps improve healthcare access in underserved communities
• Flexible format – 100% online learning
• Develops clinical and diagnostic skills in areas of urgent need

 

Eligibility criteria:

• Bachelor’s in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS, MBChB)
• Currently employed in a public sector clinical role
• Recommendation letter from one of the following:Ministry of Health, Office of the First Lady, Medical university leadership, President of a medical society

• Proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
• Reliable internet access for online training

 

Required documents:

• CV
• Degree certificate
• Proof of income
• Personal statement
• Recommendation letter

 

Key tip:

In your personal statement, highlight how this training will help improve healthcare delivery in your community. Link your goals to public health needs.

4. Dreamers College Scholarship (2025)

Category: Fully Funded Undergraduate Scholarship

Reward: ₦1,000,000 grant for tuition and education costs

Deadline: July 15, 2025

Apply: Log into Dream Rite to apply 

 

If you’re a high school graduate or a first-year university student struggling with tuition, this scholarship gives you the financial push to stay in school and succeed.

 

What makes it worth applying for?

• ₦1,000,000 total scholarship funding
• Covers tuition and other school-related costs
• Open to both recent high school grads and new undergraduates
• Encourages academic focus without financial stress

 

Eligibility criteria:

• Nigerian citizen
• Under 25 years old

 

One of the following:

• High school graduate with university admission
• First-semester student at a Nigerian university
• Likely to gain admission within 12 months

 

Required documents:

• Proof of age
• Admission letter or JAMB result
• Academic transcripts or SSCE results
• Personal statement

 

Key tip:

Use your personal statement to show ambition and need. Explain how this scholarship would directly support your academic and career plans.

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