5 Best 2025 Tech Scholarships for Women in Nigeria
Unlock fully funded degrees, mentorship, and career support with these top tech scholarships designed to help Nigerian women break into the industry.
There was a time when breaking into tech as a woman in Nigeria felt like climbing a mountain with no gear. Limited access to resources, expensive training programs, and very few opportunities made it harder for women to get a fair shot. Thankfully, things are changing.
Today, several scholarships are opening doors for women who want to build careers in software development, cybersecurity, data science, product management, and other tech fields. These scholarships don’t just offer funding—they provide mentorship, hands-on training, and a real pathway into the tech industry.
If you’re looking to kickstart your career in tech without worrying about tuition costs or lack of access, here are five tech scholarships you should consider applying for in 2025.
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/1. BGIT Fully Funded Scholarship for Women in Tech
Black Girls in Tech (BGIT) has partnered with the International University of Applied Sciences to offer a fully funded three-year bachelor's degree to young women based in Nigeria and Ghana. The program covers tuition, provides mentorship, and offers career support to help recipients not just earn a degree but build a thriving career in tech.
Applicants must be passionate about pursuing a career in technology (Cybersecurity, Applied AI, Robotics, etc.) and committed to completing the full three-year program. Applications are currently open and while no strict deadline has been announced early applications are highly encouraged.
/2. Standard Chartered Futuremakers Women in Tech (WITI 6) Program
If you’re dreaming of launching a startup or scaling an existing tech idea, the WITI 6 Nigeria program could be a perfect fit. Powered by the Standard Chartered Foundation and delivered by the Enterprise Development Centre of Pan-Atlantic University, this program offers expert-led entrepreneurial training, mentorship, and investor pitch opportunities.
It’s targeted at women-led startups in Nigeria who want to grow their businesses using technology. Applications are open until May 30, 2025, so now is the time to act.
/3. Axia Africa Women in Tech Scholarship
If you’re new to tech and unsure where to start, Axia Africa's Women in Tech Scholarship is offering 5,000 women across Africa, including Nigeria, a fully sponsored entry into in-demand tech fields. No experience is needed, just a willingness to learn.
Participants can choose from career paths like Frontend Development, Product Design, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, and more. The scholarship covers training costs and offers a community of mentors to guide you along the way. Applications are still open, and you can get started by choosing the field that excites you most.
/4. Bybit Academy Scholarship Fund (in Partnership with AltSchool Africa)
The Bybit Academy Scholarship, offered in partnership with AltSchool Africa, provides a 40% tuition scholarship to women (and other learners) pursuing diplomas in engineering, product, or data programs.
With practical, project-based learning designed for the real world, this scholarship gives you a strong foundation for a tech career. If you’re ready to take your first professional steps, this could be the boost you need. Applications close on June 11, 2025.
/5. BOOST ICT Scholarship for Nigerian Women
While applications haven’t opened yet, the Bolanle Olufolake Opeyokun Scholarship Trust (BOOST) ICT Scholarship is definitely one to watch if you’re pursuing a tech-related degree in a Nigerian federal university.
The scholarship specifically targets Nigerian women in Information and Computer Technology (ICT) fields, providing financial support and mentorship to help students complete their undergraduate studies.
Keep an eye out for the official application details later in the year—it could be the opportunity you need to finish strong.
Conclusion
Tech is no longer a boys’ club, and these scholarships are proof. Whether you dream of launching a tech startup, working at a top company, or freelancing as a data analyst, there’s real support available to help you get started.
If you're ready to take the leap, don't just bookmark these opportunities. Apply, show up, and bring your ambition with you. The future of tech in Nigeria needs more women at the table, and that future could start with you.
