The U.S. Mission to Nigeria is offering a grant to organizations that can help Nigerian students access U.S. higher education. The program focuses on advising students and covering initial costs for those with strong academic backgrounds, especially in STEM and emerging technologies. The goal is to support lawful study in the U.S. and prevent visa misuse.
Who it's for: Organizations that can provide nationwide advising services to Nigerian students, helping them access U.S. higher education. This includes nonprofits, public and state institutions of higher education, and other tribal organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of nationwide advising capacity
- Inability to implement a transparent selection process
- Not aligning with U.S. strategic interests in STEM and emerging technologies
- Inability to support advising centers
What You May Need
- Proof of nationwide advising capacity
- Transparent selection process documentation
- Program implementation plan
- Budget proposal
- Organizational background and experience
- Partnerships with advising centers
- Compliance with U.S. visa and immigration laws
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with U.S. strategic interests in STEM and emerging technologies
- Maintain transparency in student selection
- Adhere to U.S. visa and immigration laws
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include: Other Native American Tribal Organizations, Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status, Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, and Public and State Institutions of Higher Education. Organizations must have the capacity to provide nationwide advising services and align with U.S. strategic interests in STEM and emerging technologies.
Overview
Organizations that can provide nationwide advising services to Nigerian students, helping them access U.S. higher education. This includes nonprofits, public and state institutions of higher education, and other tribal organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of nationwide advising capacity
- Inability to implement a transparent selection process
- Not aligning with U.S. strategic interests in STEM and emerging technologies
- Inability to support advising centers
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to cover costs for standardized testing, application fees, visa interview travel, and initial flights for students. They also support advising centers that provide guidance on U.S. study pathways and compliance with U.S. laws.
Total Program Funding
$168,200
Expected Awards
2
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 3, 2026(20 days)
- Archive Date
- Aug 2, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register your organization for grant applications
- Prepare a detailed program implementation plan
- Outline a transparent student selection process
- Develop a budget proposal
- Gather organizational background and experience documentation
- Establish partnerships with advising centers
- Ensure compliance with U.S. visa and immigration laws