Cursory: The U.S. provided N23.2 billion in aid to Nigerian students. They contributed $449 million to the U.S. economy in 2021, ranking Nigeria tenth globally for international students. Over 14,400 Nigerian students are studying in the U.S. across 973 institutions. This was discussed during the annual U.S. Embassy and Education USA College Fair, highlighting its role in connecting Nigerian students with U.S. opportunities.
Nigerian students in the United States received approximately N23.2 billion in financial aid and scholarships, as reported by The Nation.
Moreover, in 2021, these students made a substantial economic contribution of $449 million to the U.S., according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis, U.S. Department of Commerce. Notably, Nigeria stands at the top in Sub-Saharan Africa and holds the 10th position globally for the highest number of students attending U.S. higher education institutions.
Additionally, half of the Nigerian students in the U.S. are enrolled in graduate-level programs. Last year, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria issued more than 9,000 student visas, marking a remarkable 405.3% increase in visa issuance.
Following Texas, the states that attract the most Nigerian students are Illinois, New York, Georgia, and Massachusetts. Currently, there are over 14,400 Nigerian students pursuing education across the United States, distributed among 973 institutions in all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Adnan Siddiqi, Counselor for Public Affairs at the U.S. Embassy in Abuja, disclosed these facts during the opening of the 22nd annual U.S. Embassy and Education USA College Fair, EducationUSA.
Siddiqi emphasized that the financial aid and scholarships were awarded to students who received guidance from EducationUSA.
He said that the fair provides information on studying in the USA and also carrier paths.
He said: “In the past year alone, nearly $30 million (23.2 billion naira) in financial aid and scholarships were granted to students advised by EducationUSA.”He added that Nigeria sends more students to the United States than any other African country.
Siddiqi who was quoting a recent report said, “It is worth noting that Nigeria sends more students to the United States than any other African country.
“According to the latest data available, over 14,400 students are currently pursuing their studies in over 973 institutions, spanning all 50 states and the District of Columbia. And if you are curious about the most popular state, it is none other than Texas! “
He attributed the increase in number of Nigerians studying in the US to the annual fair.He added: “Our annual college fairs have played a pivotal role in boosting the number of outstanding applicants to U.S. institutions, as well as in securing additional financial aid and scholarship opportunities for Nigerian students.
“Many of those students attend a diverse range of institutions in the United States, from small liberal arts private colleges to large state universities.”
Representatives from forty-five U.S. colleges and universities were in attendance at the fair.
Source: Thenation
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