MTN Scholarships, as a vital component of our Youth Development Cause, offers an annual platform to recognize and reward dedicated, high-performing students from Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions. With the aim of fostering academic excellence, we have meticulously curated three scholarship categories to cater to the diverse needs of our exceptional scholars.
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MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
As our flagship program since 2010, the MTN Science and Technology Scholarship is open to eligible 300 level students pursuing Science and Technology-related courses in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions, including Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education. Every year, we award scholarships worth N200,000.00 to 300 successful students until their graduation, provided they maintain the required grades.
MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS):
Launched in 2012, the MTN Scholarship for Blind Students is specifically targeted at eligible 200 and 300 level blind students studying any course in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions. We award scholarships worth N200,000.00 annually to 60 successful blind students until their graduation, provided they meet the required academic standards.
Top 10 UTME Scholarship:
Introduced in 2020, the Top 10 UTME Scholarship automatically recognizes the top 10 scoring candidates of the UTME, as announced by JAMB, every year. These exceptional candidates are awarded scholarships worth N200,000.00 per year from their 100 level until graduation, subject to maintaining the required grades.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for the MTN Scholarships, students must meet the following criteria:
A. Institution of Study:
MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS) and MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS) are open to Nigerian students enrolled in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions, including Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education.
B. Course of Study:
MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS) is available to 300 level students studying Science and Technology-related courses in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions.
MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS) is open to blind students at the 200 and 300 level, studying any course in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions.
C. Level of Study:
For the MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
- Application is open to students who have completed their second-semester 200 level examinations and are progressing to 300 level.
- Students currently in their 300 level can also apply, considering the misalignment of academic calendars among public tertiary institutions.
For the MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS): - The application is open to 200 and 300 level blind students in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions. However, blind students studying Law, a 5-year course, can only apply at the 300 level.
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D. Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA):
For the MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
- STEM students in Public Universities and Colleges of Education must maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) score of 3.0/4 or 3.5/5 (second class upper credit).
- STEM students in Public Polytechnics must have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (upper credit) from the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) Program and must have secured admission into the Higher National Diploma (HND) Program.
- Direct Entry level STEM students must have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (upper credit) from the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program and must have secured admission into the 300 level/3rd year in a Public University.
For the MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS): - Blind students in Universities or Colleges of Education must maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5.
- Blind students in Public Polytechnics must have a minimum CGPA of 2.0 from the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) Program and must have secured admission into the Higher National Diploma (HND) Program.
How to Apply
To apply for the 2023 MTN Scholarship, please visit the link below:
MTN Scholarship Application Link
Deadline for MTN Scholarship 2023
The deadline for submitting your application is June 18, 2023. We encourage all eligible students to seize this remarkable opportunity and submit their applications before the deadline. MTN Scholarships are dedicated to empowering Nigerian students and supporting their journey towards academic success.
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