2025 MTN Foundation Scholarship for Nigerian Undergraduates

The MTN Foundation offers an annual scholarship program aimed at supporting high-performing Nigerian students in public tertiary institutions. Each successful applicant receives ₦300,000 annually to support their education until graduation, provided they meet the academic requirements.

Scholarship Overview

• Host: MTN Foundation
• Type: Undergraduate Scholarship
• Country: Nigeria
• Award Value: ₦300,000 per year
• Deadline: April 25, 2025

Categories of the MTN Scholarship

1. MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
   For 300-level students in STEM disciplines in public universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
2. MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS):
   For blind students in 200 or 300 levels in public tertiary institutions. For Law students, only those in 300 level are eligible.
3. Top 10 UTME Scholarship:
   Automatically awarded to the top 10 JAMB UTME scorers annually, from 100 level till graduation.

Eligibility Criteria

For STS Applicants:

• Must be a 300-level STEM student.
• Minimum CGPA:
  • 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0 for Universities and Colleges of Education.
  • 3.0 (Upper Credit) in OND and proof of admission into HND or 300 level for Direct Entry students.

For SBS Applicants:

• Minimum CGPA:
  • 2.5 for Universities/Colleges of Education.
  • 2.0 in OND and proof of admission into HND for Polytechnics.

Scholarship Benefits

• ₦300,000 awarded annually for tuition, books, and living expenses.
• ₦200,000 awarded annually to successful blind student applicants.
• Scholarship continues till graduation based on academic performance.
• Over 500 students benefit yearly.

How to Apply

1. Visit the MTN Scholarship application portal.
2. Click on “Apply for MTN Scholarships 2025.”
3. Complete the eligibility test.
4. If eligible, fill out the application form and upload the necessary documents.
5. Review and submit your application.

Deadline: April 25, 2025