United States Diplomatic Mission to Nigeria

Introduction

The EducationUSA Advising Center (EAC) provides quality, timely, accurate, unbiased information about all accredited U.S. higher education institutions for persons wishing to study in the U.S. 

The EAC offers individual advising for a fee to help interested Nigerian students who have the academic qualifications and financial resources for studying in the United States.

This center belongs to the EducationUSA network of educational advising centers affiliated with the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. EducationUSA advisers strive to provide accurate, comprehensive, current, and unbiased information on educational opportunities in the United States. We do not endorse or rank any college or university, nor do we endorse services provided by any company or organization in areas of test preparation, admissions, placement, language training, or visa procurement.

For more information about EducationUSA and study opportunities in the United States, please visit http://www.educationusa.info

Application Process

Prospective members must complete an application form.

The application fee costs $10 (or Naira equivalent).

Each applicant will be assessed by a Counselor who will advise them about their potential to be admitted into a U.S. institution of higher learning.

Qualified applicants may become an EAC member.

Membership fees are $200 (or Naira equivalent) per year.

Members have access to EAC services every weekday except Wednesdays and Nigerian and American holidays.

Membership includes:

• A photo identification card
• Priority access to an educational counselor
• Personal assistance to find an appropriate college or university
• Access to EAC facilities and services.

Facilities and services ensure the best possible chance for admissions into appropriate institutions in the United States.:

Facilities and services available at the center include: 

• Counseling services
• Personal interviews with students, parents, guardians and sponsors
• Assistance to complete application forms for U.S. colleges and universities
• Help to convey the finest qualities of the applicants
• Library of print and electronic educational materials
• Tutorials
• Technology Center
• Internet and E-mail
• Provide contact information for colleges and universities
• USAP Program (possible hyperlink)

EAC counselors will assist clients to:

• Select and apply to appropriate institution
• Provide information on standardized tests required for admission such as TOEFL, SAT, GRE and GMAT
• Understand what life will be like in a new environment and culture

Orientation sessions

Special orientation sessions will be held for members only.  They include:

• Detailed information about preparing to study in the United States
• Counseling on the visa process
• Pre-departure orientation and procedures

Educational Advising Centers Locations:

Abuja:
Embassy of the United States of America,
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive, Central District Area, Abuja.
Telephone: 234-09-4614251/4241/4257; Fax: 234-09-4614334/4010;
E-mail: eacabuja@state.gov

Lagos:
U.S. Consulate General, Public Affairs Section,
2 Walter Carrington Crescent; Victoria Island-Lagos.
Telephone:  01-460-3400/3801/3803
E-mail: lagos@educationusa.info

NOTE! Educational Advising Centers are closed on American and Nigerian holidays.

EAC Independent Study Centers

• Abadina Media Center, University of Ibadan, Ibadan. Oyo State.
• Babcock University, Ilishan – Remo, Ogun State.
• Federal University of Technology, Minna. Niger State.
• University of Benin, Benin City. Edo State.
• University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Kwara State.
• University of Jos, Jos. Plateau State.
• University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, Enugu – Enugu State
• Zamani College, Kaduna – Kaduna State

Please note that members who are not resident in the city where our centers are located can use the resources available at these corners.

Locate an American Corner Near You – Abeokuta, Abuja, Bauchi, Calabar, Enugu, Ibadan, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Port Harcourt.  Coming soon – Maiduguri and Sokoto.

EAC works closely with the American Corners established in many states in Nigeria.  For more information:  http://abuja.usembassy.gov/am-corners.html