For many Nigerians, studying abroad is a lifelong dream — a pathway to global opportunities, better education, and long-term career success. But for most students, funding remains the biggest barrier.
The good news? There are thousands of scholarships available every year to help Nigerians study abroad — covering partial or full tuition, living expenses, and sometimes even travel costs.
In this guide, PEAPEN Int’l Travels & Consult Ltd explains how to secure the right scholarship and make your international education dream come true.
Step 1: Understand the Types of Scholarships Available
Before applying, you need to know the types of scholarships offered by universities and governments abroad.
- Merit-Based Scholarships – Awarded to students with strong academic performance, leadership, or extracurricular achievements.
- Need-Based Scholarships – Designed for students with proven financial need.
- Country-Specific Scholarships – Some nations, like the UK and Canada, fund students from developing countries including Nigeria.
- Program-Specific Scholarships – Offered for specific fields such as engineering, health sciences, business, or IT.
At PEAPEN, we help you identify which category best fits your background and assist in preparing the right documentation for each.
Step 2: Choose Scholarship-Friendly Destinations
Some countries provide more scholarship opportunities than others. Based on our experience, here are the top destinations for Nigerians in 2025:
- Malta – Offers up to 50% tuition scholarships for international students. It’s one of the most affordable study destinations in Europe.
- United Kingdom – Provides several merit-based and government-funded programs like the Chevening and Commonwealth Scholarships.
- Canada – Has institutional scholarships and provincial grants that reduce tuition for international students.
- Poland and Spain – Offer partial scholarships, lower tuition fees, and flexible payment options for foreign students.
PEAPEN maintains direct partnerships with universities across these countries, ensuring our clients access special tuition discounts and scholarship offers unavailable to the general public.
Step 3: Prepare an Impressive Application
Scholarship committees want students who are prepared, passionate, and purposeful. Your application should highlight:
- Strong academic results
- A clear statement of purpose (why you deserve the scholarship)
- Leadership or community involvement
- Proof of financial need (for need-based awards)
- Relevant professional or extracurricular achievements
PEAPEN’s admission support team assists students in writing compelling personal statements and assembling complete, error-free scholarship applications that stand out to selection panels.
Step 4: Apply Early and Stay Organized
Timing is everything. Most scholarship deadlines close 4–8 months before the academic session starts. Applying early gives you a better chance of consideration.
Our consultants track deadlines across multiple universities, ensuring you never miss a critical submission window. We also help you manage multiple applications simultaneously — from the first inquiry to the final approval letter.
Step 5: Combine Scholarships with Affordable Packages
Even if you don’t get a full scholarship, you can still study abroad affordably. Countries like Malta and Poland offer low tuition fees, and at PEAPEN, we provide proof-of-funds assistance and discounted admission packages to reduce financial stress.
By combining partial scholarships with our affordable study plans, many Nigerian students have successfully relocated abroad without overwhelming expenses.
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