The year is coming to an end, and you must have come across the phrase “The future is tech” — you can’t easily miss it while scrolling on Twitter these days. The need to learn a tech skill cannot be overemphasized in 2023. After all, ChatGPT sprung up right before our eyes, and we’ve not gotten over the “craze” yet. It is evident that learning a tech skill is one of the best career decisions you can make in 2023. We have compiled the Top 5 tech scholarships available for Nigerians for the remaining part of the year. These tech scholarships have picked the most in-demand tech skills to learn in 2023, and they are offered to tech-interested candidates for free.

These institutes/organizations understand that learning a tech skill can be expensive, and what can be even more expensive? Getting a professional to hold you by the hand and really teach you.

In this comprehensive guide, we’ve curated the top 5 tech scholarships for Nigerians in 2023 that are not only generous in funding but also designed to nurture your talents and empower you for a fulfilling tech career. From Product Design to Front end web development to computer science to artificial intelligence, these scholarships cover a diverse range of fields that are at the forefront of innovation.

So, if you’re ready to take your tech skills to the next level without the financial burden, join us as we explore the exciting world of tech scholarships that await you in 2023.

1. 2023 United Nations UNITAR Developing Essential Digital Skills Program For Women and Youths

Organizer: United Nations | Japan Government

Type: Full training sponsorship

Eligible Country: 24 African Countries

Courses covered: project management, digital media, cybersecurity, software development, etc.

Duration: 6 months

Deadline: September 4, 2023. Apply here

2. HACKCITY TECH FULLY FUNDED BOOTCAMP 2.0

Organizers: HackCity Tech

Programs Available: Product Design, Front-end Web Development, Digital Marketing

Eligible Country: Nigeria, All African Countries

Benefits: A dedicated mentor/instructor; Real-life project experience; Internship opportunities for exceptional trainees, CV building and soft skills training; A supportive tech community and free learning resources

Deadline: August 31, 2023. APPLY HERE

3. 2023 Google Certificate Scholarships in Cybersecurity for African Students

Organizers: Google

Type: Full Scholarship

Eligible Countries: Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa.

Duration: 6 months

Deadline: Not specified. APPLY HERE

4. 2023 ALX MASTERCARD DIGITAL SKILL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUNG AFRICANS

Type: Full Scholarship

Eligible Country: All African Countries

Duration: 15 Months

Programs Available: Software Engineering Plus, Salesforce Administrator, Data Analytics, AWS Cloud Computing

Deadline: September 12, 2023, APPLY HERE

5. 2023 Lagos State Basic/Advanced Digital Skills Training Program for Young Nigerians

Type: Fully Sponsored Training

Eligible Country: Nigeria

Deadline: Not Specified. APPLY HERE

You will notice most of these tech scholarships’ deadlines are set for September, while others start in September 2023. Taking this opportunity to launch your career in tech is a decision you will look back on and be proud of when you start reaping the benefits of the future of tech.

GOOD LUCK!