Apply for Shell Scholarships 2023

If you want to win current scholarships for Nigerian undergraduates, take advantage of these scholarships to be offered. These awards are offered every year and are opportunities for you to explore this year. We have indicated the previous deadlines for the applications to help you stay informed on when they are likely to be open this year (applications often fall within the same period every year, but this is not a rule). Just take note of the time of the year these scholarships are offered, and start early to prepare for the next award. Read More: Scholarships for Nigerian Students in Nigeria 1. Federal Government Scholarships Federal Government Scholarship Awards in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions Each year, applications open for the Federal Government Scholarship Awards tenable in Nigerian tertiary institutions. The Honorable Minister of Education invites applications from qualified Nigerian students in Nigerian public tertiary institutions to participate in the selection interviews. All undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered at Nigerian tertiary institutions are eligible. Application Deadline Varies each year. More details at www.fsb.gov.ng Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Awards for Undergraduate, Masters and PhD - Overseas Each year, the Federal Scholarship Board by the Federal Ministry of Education of Nigeria offers the Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Awards for undergraduate, Masters, and PhD students to study in Russia, China, Cuba, Morocco, Algeria, Romania, Ukraine, Turkey, Egypt, Japan, Serbia, Mexico, Macedonia, e.t.c. Application deadline: before the interview date starting March 8 PTDF Scholarships in Nigeria & Overseas (UK & France) for Undergraduate, Masters & PhD The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), a parastatal of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the Masters (MSc) and PhD, as well as undergraduate scholarships, under the PTDF Scholarship Scheme. Note that the PTDF Scholarship is awarded for studies in the United Kingdom, France, and upgraded universities in Nigeria. However, the undergraduate level will be awarded for studies in Nigeria only. Previous deadline: 31 October 2. State Government Scholarships Lagos State Scholarship Award – Local and Foreign The Lagos State Government offers both local and foreign scholarships to indigenes and residents. Local Scholarship: This is for prospective students of Lagos State origin except otherwise directed by His Excellency. Students should be on full-time and not part-time studies in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Foreign Scholarship: This award is designed for students of Lagos State origin admitted for undergraduate or postgraduate programs in recognized tertiary institutions outside Nigeria. Previous Deadline: November 13 Interested applicants are expected to purchase scratch cards to participate. Visit www.lagosscholarship.org Ekiti State Scholarship and Bursary Awards 2024/25 For Nigerian Students In line with the Ekiti State Government’s commitment to supporting academic excellence and reducing the financial challenges of bright students, the administration of Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji will award scholarships to eligible students who are currently in their second year or higher, studying in universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and other tertiary institutions across Nigeria. 3. Scholarships by Oil Companies TOTAL/Quay d'Orsay Masters Scholarship for Nigerian Students TOTAL E&P Nigeria Limited, in partnership with the French Embassy in Nigeria, is co-financing a scholarship program intended for outstanding Nigerian students for a Master's program in France. Previous Deadline:25th February Agbami Scholarship for 100 and 200 Level Undergraduate Nigeria Students Star Deep Water Petroleum Limited, a Chevron company and operator of the Agbami Field, in its continuous support for capacity building in the health and engineering sectors as a strategic feed into the national manpower pool, offers a number of university scholarship awards to qualified Nigerian students of ALL the states of the Federation. Note that the Agbami Scholarship is open for Year 1 and 2 Nigerian University students. Previous deadline: 9 June Agip Scholarships for Undergraduate Nigerian Students The Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited offers a tertiary institution scholarship award scheme for undergraduate Nigerian 100-level students. Only candidates studying engineering, geology and geosciences are eligible for the National Merit Award. For the Host Community Merit Award (for students from Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, and Rivers states), other fields of study may be considered. Previous Deadline: March 9 Mobil Nigeria Scholarship for Undergraduate Students The Mobil Nigeria National Undergraduate Scholarship Awards are open to students in Nigerian universities. Note that the scholarship is available to qualified and suitable students from every state of the Federation, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Previous Deadline: December 1 Shell Scholarship for Nigeria University Students The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (Operator of the NNPC/SHELL/TEPN/AGIP Joint Venture) Scholarship Scheme offers first-year students in all Nigerian universities the opportunity to study with an annual grant from the SPDC JV for the full duration of their course. Note that the program aims to promote academic excellence and improve the skills base among young Nigerians. Previous deadline: September 18 Shell/SNEPCo National Merit University Scholarships The Shell Nigeria Exploration Production Company (SNEPCo) National Merit University Scheme is open for undergraduate students in Nigerian universities. The merit-based scholarship is open to full-time undergraduates studying select engineering and science courses. Previous deadline: 10 August Nigeria LNG Undergraduate Scholarship Award Each year, Nigeria LNG Limited opens applications for the Nigeria LNG Undergraduate Scholarship Award for first-year undergraduate students in Nigerian universities. The Nigeria LNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme started in 1998 as part of Nigeria LNG Limited’s Corporate Social Responsibility to Nigerian Citizens to enhance human capacity development. The previous deadline was 31st July. Total Nigeria Scholarship – National Merit Undergraduate Award Each year, Total Exploration and Production Nigeria Limited (TEPNG) demonstrates a high level of commitment towards the educational development of Nigerian students through its annual award of scholarships to deserving Nigerian students in secondary and tertiary institutions as well as those in postgraduate studies. Previous deadline: November 22 Addax Petroleum/NNPC Scholarship Programme (Not offered in 2015) Addax Petroleum Development (Nig) Limited offers the National Tertiary Institutions Scholarship Awards Scheme for full-time 100-level undergraduate students in any Nigerian university, polytechnic, or college of education. The previous deadline was 25th April. NPDC/SEPLAT Undergraduate Scholarship Awards The Nigerian Petroleum Development Company Limited and Seplat Petroleum Development Company Plc Joint Venture, as part of its Corporate Social Investment Programme, have commenced their inaugural undergraduate scholarship awards. Note that the scholarship awards are open to qualified and interested second-year undergraduates of Nigerian public universities. Previous deadline: not specific (Two (2) weeks from the date of announcement or publication of the advertisement.) Scholarship webpage 4. Other Scholarships MTN Foundation Science and Technology Scholarships The MTN Foundation, Nigeria, offers its MTN Foundation Science and Technology Scholarships for undergraduate students in various fields of study available at Nigerian tertiary institutions. Furthermore, the MTN Foundation Scholarships will be renewed for the existing students provided they have maintained a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.5 or its equivalent (second class upper/upper credit). Previous Deadline: September 6 MUSTE Scholarships for Undergraduate Nigerian Students The Mankind United To Support Total Education (MUSTE) is a scholarship arm of the Youth Empowerment and ICT Foundation. It was founded and funded by Mr. Jim Ovia in 1998 to provide financial aid to outstanding Nigerian youths. Note that the scholarships are offered to students in Nigerian universities and higher institutions. Deadline Varies Gani Fawehinmi Scholarships Award for Nigerian Students Each year, the Gani Fawehinmi Scholarship Board announces four million naira scholarships for 20 to 40 Nigerian students in Nigerian tertiary institutions. The scholarship is available at Nigerian higher institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Previous deadline: 18th August David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarships in Nigeria – for African Students The David Oyedepo Foundation scholarship program is our major platform for promoting the Foundation’s vision and goals. The scholarship program awards full-ride scholarships to qualified individuals who are indigenes and residents of African countries. Additionally, it seeks to develop youth leaders who are ready to put their learned skills to work in leading organizations, communities, and their local countries. Note that the scholarship grants students the opportunity to study at Covenant and Landmark University, Nigeria. Previous deadline: March 31 NWAG Scholarship for Nigerian Women Each year the Nigerian Women's Association of Georgia (NWAG) offers undergraduate scholarships for 37 Nigerian female students (one per state of origin) in Nigerian universities on any course of study for fifty thousand Naira (N50,000). Previous deadline: May 15 For more scholarships for Nigerian students click here. Julius Berger Nigeria Scholarship Scheme 2023 for Female Undergraduates As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and in fulfillment of its commitment to drive enhancement and capacity building within the Education and Human Capital Development sector of Nigeria, the company is awarding scholarships to qualified female engineering students in public universities across the country. Rotary/DEWEF Undergraduate Scholarship For Nigerian Students 2024/2025 The Rotary/DEWEF 2024-2025 Undergraduate Scholarship offers financial assistance to brilliant but indigent students enrolled in federal or state higher institutions in Lagos and Ogun States, Nigeria. Additionally, the scholarship aims to support students who demonstrate academic excellence and good morals. Sholape Animashawun Academic Scholarship for Nigerian Students 2024 The Sholape Animashawun 2024 Academic Scholarship offers 100,000 Naira to 20 qualified students across Nigeria. It aims to support students who have demonstrated academic excellence, resilience, and a commitment to their education. Taiwo Bankole Scholarship For Nigerian Undergraduates 2024 The Taiwo Bankole Prize is aimed at supporting two young persons (one male and one female) from low-income families resident in Ajegunle to acquire a university education in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) or Law annually.

Shell Scholarship

List of Undergraduate Scholarships in Nigeria for Students 2025

Shell Graduate Program 2024 For Young Nigerian Graduates

Shell Nigeria Graduate Programme 2023 for Young Leaders

NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship 2021/2022 for Undergraduate Nigerian Students

Shell Niger Delta Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme 2020 in UK Universities

Shell Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2019 for Young Nigerians