Nigerians seeking international study opportunities have several major scholarship programmes opening or accepting applications from August 2026 through the end of the year.Among the most anticipated are the United Kingdom’s Chevening Scholarships, the Open Doors Russian Scholarship Project organised by the Global Universities Association, and the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme at Stanford University in the United States.Another opportunity, the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme of the U.S. Department of State, closes on July 31, making it the earliest deadline for eligible professionals.Below is a guide to the major international scholarships, their application timelines, eligibility requirements and how Nigerians can apply. Among the most anticipated are the United Kingdom’s Chevening Scholarships, the Open Doors Russian Scholarship Project organised by the Global Universities Association, and the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme at Stanford University in the United States.Another opportunity, the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme of the U.S. Department of State, closes on July 31, making it the earliest deadline for eligible professionals.Below is a guide to the major international scholarships, their application timelines, eligibility requirements and how Nigerians can apply. Another opportunity, the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme of the U.S. Department of State, closes on July 31, making it the earliest deadline for eligible professionals.Below is a guide to the major international scholarships, their application timelines, eligibility requirements and how Nigerians can apply. Below is a guide to the major international scholarships, their application timelines, eligibility requirements and how Nigerians can apply. What it covers:Full tuition, monthly living allowance, return economy flights, arrival and departure allowances, and visa costs. Prepare essays in a separate document first.Check chevening.org for full guidance and country-specific pages. The Open Doors Russian Scholarship Project, organised by the Global Universities Association, offers tuition-free study opportunities at participating Russian universities.The competition is open to foreign citizens, including Nigerians, across bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and postdoctoral tracks.Participation is entirely online and free.According to the organisers, more than146,000 applicantsfrom185 countrieshave participated in previous editions, with over6,300 winners.Registration for the 2026 competition opens onAugust 20and runs untilNovember 13, 2026.Available subject areasApplicants can compete in fields including:Artificial Intelligence and Applied MathematicsComputer and Data ScienceEngineering and TechnologyClinical Medicine and Public HealthBiotechnologyBusiness and ManagementEconomicsPolitics and International StudiesEducation and PsychologyChemistry and Materials ScienceRussian Language and CultureUrbanism and Civil Engineering, among others.How to applyParticipants are expected to:Register on the Open Doors website.Select a study track and subject area.Prepare and upload a portfolio of academic achievements.Complete the required entrance assessments.Submit a motivation letter.Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know The competition is open to foreign citizens, including Nigerians, across bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and postdoctoral tracks.Participation is entirely online and free.According to the organisers, more than146,000 applicantsfrom185 countrieshave participated in previous editions, with over6,300 winners.Registration for the 2026 competition opens onAugust 20and runs untilNovember 13, 2026.Available subject areasApplicants can compete in fields including:Artificial Intelligence and Applied MathematicsComputer and Data ScienceEngineering and TechnologyClinical Medicine and Public HealthBiotechnologyBusiness and ManagementEconomicsPolitics and International StudiesEducation and PsychologyChemistry and Materials ScienceRussian Language and CultureUrbanism and Civil Engineering, among others.How to applyParticipants are expected to:Register on the Open Doors website.Select a study track and subject area.Prepare and upload a portfolio of academic achievements.Complete the required entrance assessments.Submit a motivation letter.Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Participation is entirely online and free.According to the organisers, more than146,000 applicantsfrom185 countrieshave participated in previous editions, with over6,300 winners.Registration for the 2026 competition opens onAugust 20and runs untilNovember 13, 2026.Available subject areasApplicants can compete in fields including:Artificial Intelligence and Applied MathematicsComputer and Data ScienceEngineering and TechnologyClinical Medicine and Public HealthBiotechnologyBusiness and ManagementEconomicsPolitics and International StudiesEducation and PsychologyChemistry and Materials ScienceRussian Language and CultureUrbanism and Civil Engineering, among others.How to applyParticipants are expected to:Register on the Open Doors website.Select a study track and subject area.Prepare and upload a portfolio of academic achievements.Complete the required entrance assessments.Submit a motivation letter.Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know According to the organisers, more than146,000 applicantsfrom185 countrieshave participated in previous editions, with over6,300 winners.Registration for the 2026 competition opens onAugust 20and runs untilNovember 13, 2026.Available subject areasApplicants can compete in fields including:Artificial Intelligence and Applied MathematicsComputer and Data ScienceEngineering and TechnologyClinical Medicine and Public HealthBiotechnologyBusiness and ManagementEconomicsPolitics and International StudiesEducation and PsychologyChemistry and Materials ScienceRussian Language and CultureUrbanism and Civil Engineering, among others.How to applyParticipants are expected to:Register on the Open Doors website.Select a study track and subject area.Prepare and upload a portfolio of academic achievements.Complete the required entrance assessments.Submit a motivation letter.Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Registration for the 2026 competition opens onAugust 20and runs untilNovember 13, 2026.Available subject areasApplicants can compete in fields including:Artificial Intelligence and Applied MathematicsComputer and Data ScienceEngineering and TechnologyClinical Medicine and Public HealthBiotechnologyBusiness and ManagementEconomicsPolitics and International StudiesEducation and PsychologyChemistry and Materials ScienceRussian Language and CultureUrbanism and Civil Engineering, among others.How to applyParticipants are expected to:Register on the Open Doors website.Select a study track and subject area.Prepare and upload a portfolio of academic achievements.Complete the required entrance assessments.Submit a motivation letter.Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Applicants can compete in fields including:Artificial Intelligence and Applied MathematicsComputer and Data ScienceEngineering and TechnologyClinical Medicine and Public HealthBiotechnologyBusiness and ManagementEconomicsPolitics and International StudiesEducation and PsychologyChemistry and Materials ScienceRussian Language and CultureUrbanism and Civil Engineering, among others.How to applyParticipants are expected to:Register on the Open Doors website.Select a study track and subject area.Prepare and upload a portfolio of academic achievements.Complete the required entrance assessments.Submit a motivation letter.Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Participants are expected to:Register on the Open Doors website.Select a study track and subject area.Prepare and upload a portfolio of academic achievements.Complete the required entrance assessments.Submit a motivation letter.Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Doctoral and postdoctoral applicants will undergo additional interview stages.Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Winners receive tuition-free admission under the Russian government quota at participating universities, while postdoctoral winners receive research employment offers.Related NewsTwo ‘Area Boys’ (2)Universities must drive solutions to insecurity, food crisis — TinubuDouble celebration as Soludo, Wike daughters graduate in UK3. Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford University, United States)Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Applications are also open for theKnight-Hennessy Scholarsprogramme at Stanford University.The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know The fully funded scholarship supports graduate studies across Stanford’s schools.Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Applicants must submit two separate applications—one to the Knight-Hennessy Scholars programme and another to their chosen Stanford graduate programme.The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know The Knight-Hennessy application deadline isOctober 6, 2026, at1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Applicants must also meet the admission deadline for their Stanford graduate programme or submit their graduate programme application byDecember 1, 2026, whichever comes first.Application requirementsApplicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Applicants are required to submit:An online applicationA résuméAcademic transcripts and required test scoresRecommendation lettersShort-answer responses and essays.Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Admission is based on leadership potential, independence of thought and civic commitment.Honourable mention: Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship (United States)Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Although applications close before August, eligible Nigerians still have a short window to apply for the2027-2028 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme.The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know The fellowship, funded by the U.S. Department of State, offers a 10-month professional development programme in the United States for experienced professionals.The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know The application deadline isJuly 31, 2026.EligibilityApplicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Applicants must:Hold a first university degree.Have at least five years of full-time professional experience.Demonstrate leadership or policy responsibilities.Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian passport.The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know The fellowship covers airfare, tuition, living expenses, books, professional development and limited health insurance.Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know Dependants are not funded under the programme.What applicants should know