Law School Scholarships 2026
Learning at the Nigerian Law School (NLS) is a compulsory vocational training for all law students in Nigeria who intend to be called to the Nigerian Bar. Admission to the Nigerian Law School also comes with the requirement to pay tuition fee and other costs. With a Law School Scholarship, an indigent student can also be part of this programme.
Whether you choose Lagos Campus, Abuja Campus, Yola Campus, Kano Campus, Enugu Campus, Port-Harcourt Campus or Yenagoa Campus, getting the right scholarship can make things much more affordable. While some scholarship opportunities have stopped receiving applications, others are still open.
Here is a list of Law School Scholarships 2026 with some details, deadline and how to apply for them:
1. Perficient Law School Award Scholarship Program 2.0
The Perficient Law School Award Scholarship Program is an initiative created by Halimat Edun, ACIarb. to support aspiring lawyers who have shown grit, excellence, and an unwavering commitment to their academic journey.
Deadline
The deadline for this scholarship is January 7, 2026.
Application Link
2. Davidson Oturu Law School Scholarship 2026 For Nigerians (Fully Funded)
The Davidson Oturu Mentorship Programme is pleased to announce the fourth edition of its scholarship scheme for prospective Nigerian Law School (NLS) students.
They welcome applications from passionate law students who have strong academic qualifications, leadership skills and are in financial need to commence their studies at the Nigerian Law School. If you possess the required qualities and are resuming at the NLS for the 2025/2026 session, kindly apply below before the stated deadline.
Deadline
Deadline for all applications is 15th January 2026 at 11:59pm (WAT).
Please note that they will not accept applications after this date.
Kindly note that all shortlisted candidates will be required to present proof of admission into the Law School.
Application Link
3. Popoola Taiwo LP Annual Law School Schorlarship Program 2025/2026
The scholarship program will feature the full payment of the tuition fee for deserving law students who have exhibited notable academic achievement in their study of law at any recognized university accredited by the Nigerian University Commission (NUC).
Eligibility for this Scholarship
1. Applicant must be a Nigerian citizen
2. Applicant must have graduated from a recognized university accredited by the National University Commission.
3. Applicant must have been admitted to the Nigerian Law School for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Ensure that you are following Popoola Taiwo LP on Linkedin, Instagram and X.
Application Requirements
You shall be required to upload the following documents;
1. LL.B Certificate or Statement of result
2. Proof of admission to the Nigerian Law School
3. Recommendation letter from any lecturer from your faculty; and
4. Personal Statement (500-750 words)
5. Academic Transcript
Deadline
The deadline for this Scholarship is 16th January, 2025.
Application Link
Conclusion
The Perficient Law School Award Scholarship Program 2.0 will close on the 7th January, 2026. Davidson Oturu Law School Scholarship 2026 For Nigerians will close on the 15th, and the Popoola Taiwo LP Annual Law School Schorlarship will close on 16th January, 2026.
If you are aware of other scholarship opportunities for Nigeria Law School Students (2025/2026) that are not listed here, kindly help us identify them. Reach us at info@lawglobalhub.com.
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