The 2025 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) is now open for applications in Nigeria. This program assists academically qualified, low-income Nigerian students who aim to pursue undergraduate or graduate studies in the United States but lack the financial resources to cover application-related expenses.​

Summary of EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program

Host: EducationUSA

Category: Opportunity Funds Program (OFP)

Eligible Countries: Nigeria

Reward: Full financial support covering application fees, standardized test registration, test preparation, and personalized advising.

Deadline: April 30, 2025

About EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program

The EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) is a U.S. Department of State initiative aimed at assisting academically talented Nigerian students from low-income backgrounds who aspire to pursue higher education in the United States. The program provides comprehensive support to navigate the complex U.S. college application process.

EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program Eligibility

High strong academic records

Excellent participation in extracurricular activities

Involvement in leadership role

Outstanding community service participation

EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program Benefits

Through periodic seminars, you will be guided by EducationUSA Advisers to navigate the College Application process.

Education USA Opportunity Funds Program will cover the upfront costs of applying to U.S. institutions, standardized tests, application fees, international passport, a flight ticket to the U.S, visa and SEVIS fees, and if available, a settling-in allowance.

In extenuating circumstances and funds permitting, the Education USA Opportunity Funds Program may cover the cost of a credential evaluation, mailing transcripts and I-20 forms or additional score reports, internet data.

Successful Opportunity Funds Program Scholars become U.S. Government Alumni and are eligible to apply for program grants as all other alumni.

DocumentsUndergraduate Applicants:

SS1 & SS2 end-of-year reports

Mock WAEC or WAEC result

Supporting certificates/awards

Graduate Applicants:

University transcript

Statement of result/degree

Academic CV

Supplementary certificates

GRE result (recommended for engineering students)

How to Apply EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2025

Visit the EducationUSA application portal using the button provided below

Create an account and verify it using your email address

Upload your documents and complete your personal profile correctly

Ensure the right documents are uploaded at the right spaces provided

Submit your application and wait for EducationUSA’s decision\

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