Richard Mills, United States Ambassador to Nigeria has disclosed that Nigeria leads all African countries in the number of students studying in the US.
Mills stated this at the 23rd Annual EducationUSA College Fair in Abuja on Tuesday, September 17.
Mills quoted recent data that showed that over 17,600 Nigerian students studied across more than 970 US institutions last year, with Texas being the top choice.
He said, “It is wonderful to see the flourishing interest from Nigerians considering studying in the US. More Nigerians study in the United States than from any other African country.
“According to the most recent data, more than 17,600 Nigerian students studied at over 970 institutions in all 50 states and the District of Columbia last year. If you are wondering which state is the most popular – it’s Texas!”
The ambassador also noted that the EducationUSA College Fair provides a valuable platform for prospective students to explore educational opportunities and discuss career paths.
He revealed that the event has significantly increased the number of Nigerian applicants and boosted financial aid opportunities.
I loved as much as youll receive carried out right here The sketch is tasteful your authored material stylish nonetheless you command get bought an nervousness over that you wish be delivering the following unwell unquestionably come more formerly again since exactly the same nearly a lot often inside case you shield this hike