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Nexford in Nigeria

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Discover Nexford in Nigeria: local partnerships, business and cultural events, and a thriving community of learners and alumni. Hear from local industry leaders and experts about Nexford University, America's online university for global leaders

Think global education, pay local with Nexford University. Study fully online and pay tuition in Naira. We're an American university, but we understand your needs.

More about Nexford’s online programs

Are you an experienced professional looking to advance with an MBA or MSC degree program? Get an MBA with specialization in AI, E-Commerce, Cybersecurity. Perhaps you’re an early career professional wanting to kick-start your career with your first degree – a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – with specializations in 8 hot-topic areas. On average, there is a salary difference of 41% in Nigeria between employees with a high school degree and bachelor’s degree, despite the same experience. Join Nexford, get ahead, and stay ahead.

Choose your program in Nigeria and submit your details to find out more about Nexford's fully online programs.

Dr. Obiageli Ezekwisili addresses Nexford's 2023 graduates

Nexford Board Member Dr. Obiageli Ezekwisili spoke to a hall of over 600 graduates at the 2023 Nigeria graduation ceremony.

She gave them food for thought, but highlights of her speech included telling them all about how fortunate they were to be graduating from a next-generation and internationally accredited university like Nexford, whilst not having to travel to do it. She also mentioned that the knowledge that they had gained from their degrees would put them on the business map and ready them for the rest of the 21st century!

Our partners

We have established partnerships with local organizations that align with our goals, values, and mission, giving you the best possible learning experience. These partners include Sterling Bank, MTN, Union Bank, IBM, Dangote, GTBank, Nestle, FutureAfrica, LSETF, Seedstars, Schneider Electric, and Play Network.

You can watch our webinar with Sterling Bank here.

Nexford University's mission is to enable greater social and economic mobility across the world by providing learners with access to high-quality, affordable, and dynamic online education that prepares them for the global workplace.

"As an employer, I would gladly hire anyone who is a graduate of Nexford. If I didn’t believe in it, I wouldn’t send my employees to undergo courses with the school."

Abubakar Suleiman CEO, Sterling Bank

Our community feedback says it all

of alumni stated they received a positive return on investment

98%

of learners would recommend Nexford

of alumni felt prepared to solve organizational challenges

Meet Obianuju, an MBA graduate from the 2023 Nigeria graduation

Obianuju Chinelo Akwaeke is one of the 600+ proud Nexford graduates that graduated at a glittering ceremony in Nigeria.

Obianuju had lots to say about the positive journey she had with Nexford and why she chose the online university in the first place. She says she decided to do her MBA at Nexford because as a manager she wanted to widen her skills and knowledge about business and says that her MBA was just perfect for that. And also because it came highly recommended.

When it comes to becoming a better leader, Obianuju is quick to point out that the accounting skills she received at Nexford have been mind blowing and allowed her to focus more on the business side of running the organization.

He’s added great value for us in the first month. He’s very collaborative, he asks great questions. He’s contributed by sharing new ideas for some of our projects, and he’s also really impressing us with his ability to take ownership.

I would definitely hire other Nexford graduates.

Rebecca Young, Principal Business Insights Manager, Microsoft

Meet Oghogho Inneh, Nexford Nigerian Country Director and experienced business strategist

Oghogho Inneh, has recently been appointed as Nigerian Country Director for Nexford University. She firmly believes that Nexford will continue to develop Africa's leaders of tomorrow by providing them with access to quality education and from that procure the skills necessary to grow and succeed. Not just in Nigeria, but across the continent.

When asked what sets Nexford apart from traditional universities, Ogy believes that it comes down to is the global recognition and US accreditation, being able to grant higher education to thousands at a fraction of the cost of traditional universities, and programs that teach the skills that employers need today.

Latest news from Nexford

Nexford University graduates 600+ learners

Nexford University graduates 600+ learners

Nexford University (NXU), a next-generation online university based in Washington DC, America has awarded five Nigerian students for being outstanding in academics and character during its 2023 graduation event.

October 2023
FITC Partners Nexford To Tackle ‘Japa’ Syndrome In Financial Sector

FITC Partners Nexford To Tackle ‘Japa’ Syndrome In Financial Sector

Financial Institutions Training Centre (FITC), has announced a partnership with Nexford University aimed at tackling skill migration, popularly known as japa syndrome in the financial sector.

October 2023
NXU Nigeria Graduation, September 2023

NXU Nigeria Graduation, September 2023

See Nexford’s top event of the year in Nigeria, the 2023 graduation ceremony!

September 2023

Admissions & Eligibility

Applying is easy! Once you've decided on the program you want, and read up on the admissions criteria, head to apply.nexford.edu to start your application. If you have everything ready, it should take you seven minutes (or faster!) to complete the form.

Download our step-by-step guide to understand what you need to do to complete your Nexford application and give yourself the best chance of acceptance.

You'll need an undergraduate degree to apply for the MBA program. Nexford University accepts applications globally. We understand that your qualification may not specifically say that you hold a bachelor's degree in your country, but it may be equivalent to a US Bachelor's degree. We'll be happy to have your credential reviewed! Get in touch with our Admissions team to know if you are qualified: admissions@nexford.org

However, your degree or qualification doesn't need to be in business.

If you have a degree in another discipline, you'll take four 6-8 week Advanced Business Foundation courses. Here, you'll learn the baseline business skills you need for our broader MBA. Upon successful completion, start taking MBA core courses.

If you have studied business before, you'll enter straight into the MBA and start taking your core courses.

The documents needed to apply vary by program level. For all programs, you need to submit a government issued identification and passport-style “selfie". 

If you're applying for an undergraduate program, you may need to provide proof you've graduated secondary (high) school or earned a GED, by submitting a transcripts, or in countries that require a national examination, submit the results (WAEC, IGCSE or NECO).

If you're applying for a graduate program, you'll also need to provide a copy of your undergraduate transcript. If the transcript is not in English, you will need to submit an official translation.

At Nexford, you may start learning after you apply and will have 60 days from enrollment start date to submit official copies of academic credentials.

You may also be required to submit an official copy of your English proficiency certificate should our Admissions Team be unable to verify your institution’s/school’s language of instruction.

You can take a photo with your smartphone, or scan it in. Make sure your photo ID: 

  • Shows your most recent legal name Is valid within the past two years 
  • Is written in English (although we can translate in-house at no cost!) We can process your application quickest if you upload your passport.

We also accept national identity cards (but as we have to translate them, it might slow things down)

Having difficulties uploading your photo ID? Check out Section ‘1.6 Proof of Identity’ of our guide.

Nigerian applicants can provide a digital copy of their National ID by verifying it on the National Identification Commission Mobile App (download for Android and iOS)

Applicants with NIN slips should download the National Identification Commission Mobile app and verify ID using their National Identification Number (picking the option of ‘Full ID’). This allows the applicant to derive relevant information such as their full names and date of birth.

After verification of the ID is complete, applicants can screenshot and send Nexford Admissions a copy as their government-issued ID. Here is a screenshot of what it looks like if done successfully.


Good question! The English language assessment is designed to test your understanding, reading and listening. We're looking for a minimum score – we want to check you'll succeed at Nexford.

If you can prove that you’re capable in another way, you won’t be required to take the test. Just upload one of the following documents and you'll be on your way! 

  • A recent English language certificate, valid in the last 2 years (we accept TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson Test of English (PTE), Duolingo English Test, Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)) 
  • A certificate from a university.

In most cases, you'll need to have graduated from high school before you can apply for your BBA. If you haven't graduated from high school yet, you may want to take the General Education Development certificate (GED). Get in touch to see what we can do: help@nexford.org

We accept mature students! At Nexford, we believe you're never too old to learn. However, we cannot accept learners under the age of 18 years. Any learner over the age of 18 years is welcome to apply and start learning at Nexford.

No. If you have work experience, that's great, but you don't need it. Nexford's programs are practical, which means you'll gain on-the-job skills while you learn. If you do have work experience, we won't be able to offer credit just yet. We want everyone to start their program on a level playing field – that includes taking the same core courses and building the same foundational skills.

Once you're admitted (congratulations!), the next step is to enroll. That's when you confirm your place at Nexford, choose your start date and pay your first month of tuition.

You'll enroll in your online learning environment. More information and links will be in your offer letter. Stay tuned!

You can find advice and guidance on enrolling to Nexford in our step-by-step guide.

Currently, BBA graduates from Nexford in Nigeria are not being deployed for the NYSC. Nexford continues to explore possibilities in this regard but has no concrete results yet and has no influence over the laws governing NYSC in Nigeria and it’s policies for mobilization, exemption or exclusion from NYSC. However, it is important to note that a degree from Nexford arms you with the skills to succeed now and in the future and makes you globally competitive for work inside and outside of Nigeria. We also prepare learners and alumni to be competitive for remote work through live and recorded workshops, training, and coaching. Visit https://www.nexford.edu/career/career-coalition for more.

Here's a quick rundown; visit our programs overview page for more information!

The Master of Science in Data Analytics (MSDA) empowers learners with the technical and data skills needed to lead organizations and unlock the true potential of data and has a standard completion time of 18 months.

The Master of Science in Digital Transformation (MSDT) positions learners at the forefront of the tech revolution with specialized technical skills and essential business knowledge to lead tech solutions and has a standard completion time of 18 months.

The Online Master of Science in Entrepreneurship (MSE) maximizes startup founder success, providing the tools, skills, and networking to thrive, with a standard completion time of 18 months.

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a graduate business program with a standard completion time of 18 months.

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is an undergraduate degree where you'll gain foundational skills in business, with a standard completion time of 48 months.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Business is half the length of the BBA and is a great point to start your business learning. with a standard completion time of 24 months.

Can't commit to a whole degree? Take a course or certificate instead, and learn the skills you need in a fraction of the time.

When you apply, you'll pay a one-off fee of $25, which allows us to process your application.

No stress! You don't have to upload everything right now. Come back and try again later – we've saved your application.

Oops! We offer multiple payment options, such as credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, bank wire transfer and cryptocurrency.

Pick the one that best suits your needs! For more information about the payment options available, visit our payment page or send us an email at billings@nexford.org

Nexford graduates are just as qualified as any traditional university degree holder, and they’re also likely to have more relevant competencies. The kind that modern employers urgently require. Our academic programs are designed based on industry and employment needs. We align with real employers to equip you with the skills to thrive in today’s workplace.

If you’ll like to get your Nexford degree authenticated, please request an ‘official true copy of the credentials’ you’d like to have authenticated from registrar@nexford.org. Once you receive the copy, follow the process outlined here by the US State Department to get them authenticated for use in your home country.

Nexford can also handle the authentication process on your behalf for a non-refundable processing fee of US$100. For this service, please contact us at registrar@nexford.org

In some cases, you may also need to get your credentials authenticated by your country’s embassy in Washington, DC. To find out, you will have to check with your country’s embassy in Washington, DC.

Once you receive our authenticated documents, Nexford is unable to help with any further authentication in your home country. You’ll need to handle any local processes on your own.

If you need assistance, please contact the Nexford Registrar at registrar@nexford.org

Currently, BBA graduates from Nexford in Nigeria are not being deployed for the NYSC. Nexford continues to explore possibilities in this regard but has no concrete results yet and has no influence over the laws governing NYSC in Nigeria and it’s policies for mobilization, exemption or exclusion from NYSC. However, it is important to note that a degree from Nexford arms you with the skills to succeed now and in the future and makes you globally competitive for work inside and outside of Nigeria. We also prepare learners and alumni to be competitive for remote work through live and recorded workshops, training, and coaching. Visit https://www.nexford.edu/career/career-coalition for more.

Tuition & Payments

We've calculated our tuition to be affordable in every country, and tuition is different for each program. Find out what you'll pay per month at our tuition page.

We offer multiple payment options, such as credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, bank wire transfer and cryptocurrency. Pick the one that best suits your needs! For more information about the payment options available, visit our payment page.

If you have more questions about tuition or payment, contact us at help@nexford.org.

When you enroll, you can choose to pay monthly, or to pay two or six months at a time. Whichever option you choose, you can always change it later.

We've calculated our tuition to be affordable in every country. No more expensive degrees here! See what you'll pay at our tuition page.

Tuition is a flat monthly payment: you won't pay anything more.

When you graduate, you'll get an electronic copy of your transcript at no additional cost. A printed diploma is $110, a printed transcript is $80, and it’s $100 to have a document notarized. Official transcripts can be sent electronically to an institution on your behalf for $35. There is a $25 application fee when you apply for one of our globally affordable programs. 

When you enroll, you’ll choose to pay monthly, in two or six month instalments. Pay your first month, two or six months upfront, and we'll set up a direct debit for the same time period. We accept Visa, Mastercard or American Express.

We'll send you a reminder before your payment date so you know it's coming. You'll also get a confirmation email when we receive your payment.

We offer multiple payment options, such as credit cards, debit cards, PayPal, bank wire transfer, Flutterwave, and cryptocurrency. Pick the one that best suits your needs! For more information about the payment options available, visit our payment page.

If you have more questions about payment, contact us at help@nexford.org.

We offer multiple payment options including: 

  • Credit & debit cards
  • Flutterwave
  • Bank wire transfer
  • PayPal
  • Cryptocurrency

Pick the one that best suits your needs! For more information about the payment options available, visit our payment page