The MTN Foundation Scholarship Scheme

The MTN Foundation Scholarship Scheme is an annual initiative that recognizes and rewards high-performing students in Nigerian public tertiary institutions. For 2025, the scheme offers financial assistance to eligible undergraduates through two primary categories:​

1. MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS): Targeted at 300-level students pursuing Science and Technology-related courses.​

2. MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS): Available to visually impaired students in 200 and 300 levels across various disciplines.​

Scholarship Benefits:

• Financial Support: Successful applicants receive ₦300,000 annually until graduation, provided they maintain the required academic standards. ​

Eligibility Criteria:

• Institution of Study: Applicants must be enrolled in Nigerian public tertiary institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. ​

• Course of Study:

  • STS Applicants: Should be 300-level students studying Science and Technology-related courses.​

  • SBS Applicants: Open to 200 and 300-level blind students in any field of study. ​

• Academic Performance:

  • STS Applicants:

    • Students in public universities and colleges of education must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0/4 or 3.5/5 (Second Class Upper).

    • Students in public polytechnics must have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (Upper Credit) from the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program and have secured admission into the Higher National Diploma (HND) program.

  • SBS Applicants:

    • Blind students in universities or colleges of education must have a minimum CGPA of 2.5.

    • Blind students in public polytechnics must have a minimum CGPA of 2.0 from the OND program and have secured admission into the HND program.

Application Process:

1. Access the Application Portal:

   • Visit the official MTN Foundation Scholarships page: ​

2. Complete the Eligibility Test:

   • Fill out the provided form to determine your eligibility for the scholarship program.​

3. Submit Application Form:

   • If eligible, proceed to complete the application form, ensuring all required documents are uploaded.​

4. Review and Submit:

   • Carefully review your application for accuracy before submission.​

Application Deadline:

The deadline for submitting applications is April 25, 2025. ​

Additional Information:

• The MTN Foundation also awards the top 10 scoring candidates of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with scholarships, irrespective of their course of study or institution. ​

• Scholarships are renewed annually until graduation, contingent upon maintaining the required academic standards.​

For comprehensive details and updates, refer to the official MTN Foundation Scholarships page:

Note: Ensure all information provided during the application is accurate and truthful. Providing false information may lead to disqualification.