Fully Funded Scholarships in Nigeria You Can Apply for in May 2025
Explore top fully funded scholarships for Nigerians in May 2025 and learn exactly what you need to apply.
We’re all familiar with the struggles of paying for education. Whether it’s the cost of tuition or the added financial strain of living expenses, many students in Nigeria are searching for ways to relieve this burden.
One of the best options is applying for scholarships, especially for international studies. If you're in Nigeria, here are some fully funded scholarship opportunities for May 2025 that you should know about, whether you’re aiming for an undergraduate, postgraduate, or specialized degree.
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1. Pan Atlantic University Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025
This scholarship provides full funding for students interested in attending Pan Atlantic University. It’s aimed at those who demonstrate academic promise but lack the financial means to pursue higher education. This scholarship is particularly geared towards young women, displaced individuals, and students with disabilities, especially those pursuing studies in STEM fields.
What the Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition coverage
- Accommodation & living expenses
- Mentorship and leadership development
- Internship & career support
- Networking opportunities
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible, you need to:
- Demonstrate academic excellence
- Show leadership potential
- Have a financial need
- Be a young woman interested in STEM, an internally displaced individual, or a person with a disability
- Have 5 credits in your O'Level results (including English and Math)
- Achieve a minimum UTME score of 220
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- O'Level result
- UTME result
- Letter of application
- Essays/personal statement
- Passport photograph
Deadline
- Not specified
How to Apply
Visit the Pan Atlantic University website to read through the specific instructions.
2. North West Development Commission (NWDC) Foreign Scholarship 2025
The NWDC scholarship provides full funding for students from the North-Western states of Nigeria to study abroad. This scholarship is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate students and is aimed at fostering academic excellence in the region.
What the Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation & living stipends
- Travel & visa fees
- Healthcare
- Mentorship and internship programs
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be from one of the North-Western states: Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, or Zamfara
- Must have Distinction in 3 core science subjects and 5 credits in others (max 2 sittings)
- Must have a CGPA of 3.8+ for undergraduate applicants
- Must have a 4.0/5.0 CGPA for Master’s applicants
- Age limit: 22 years for Undergraduates, 35 years for Master’s, and 40 years for PhD applicants
Required Documents
- Completed application form
- CV
- Birth certificate
- O’Level results
- Degree certificates
- Transcript
- NYSC certificate (or exemption)
- Letter of motivation
- International passport
Deadline
- Sunday, May 18, 2025
How to Apply
Visit the North West Development Commission scholarship website to read through the specific instructions.
3. PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship 2025/2026
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) scholarship is one of the most competitive programs for Nigerian students interested in the fields of oil, gas, and energy. If you plan to pursue postgraduate studies in these areas, the PTDF scholarship offers full funding and a range of support for both MSc and PhD students.
What the Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition and bench fees
- Flights, visa fees, and health insurance
- Monthly stipend for living costs
- Accommodation
- Research support for PhD students
Eligibility Requirements
For MSc:
- Must have a 2nd Class Upper degree, or a 2nd Class Lower with relevant work experience
- Must have completed NYSC
- Must have 5 O-Level credits, including English and Maths
- Must be computer literate
- Must submit a statement of purpose (max 500 words)
For PhD:
- A 2nd Class Lower first degree with a strong postgraduate degree
- Must submit a research proposal (max 5 pages)
- All MSc requirements also apply
Deadline
- Wednesday, May 28, 2025
How to Apply
Visit the PTDF scholarship website to read through the instructions.
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Conclusion
It is a known fact that school is expensive, and not everyone has the privilege of just “figuring it out.” For a lot of us, the only way forward is through opportunities like this. These scholarships aren’t just about free tuition, but about removing the weight that keeps so many people stuck. They’re about giving smart, capable people a real shot.
If you’re thinking, “People like me don’t usually get picked,” shake that thought off. If someone can be chosen. Why not you?
