The United States Mission in Nigeria has opened applications for the 2026 cohort of the EducationUSA Nigeria Opportunity Fund Programme (OFP), offering financial assistance to academically outstanding Nigerian students seeking admission to higher education institutions in the United States.
The programme, administered by EducationUSA Nigeria under the Public Diplomacy Section of the U.S. Mission, aims to support talented students with strong academic records and leadership potential by helping them overcome the financial barriers associated with applying to U.S. universities.
According to a statement by the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria, applications opened on June 15 and will close on June 30, 2026.
Interested candidates can apply through the official EducationUSA Nigeria Opportunity Fund Programme portal:
According to the mission, the initiative is designed to expand access to U.S. higher education while strengthening educational ties between Nigeria and the United States.
