The MTN Scholarship Scheme is now open for applications for the 2026 cycle, offering a valuable opportunity for outstanding Nigerian students in public tertiary institutions.
This initiative by the MTN Foundation provides financial support to help students focus on their academic goals and ease the burden of educational expenses.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: MTN Foundation
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: ₦300,000 per year
- Deadline: May 31, 2026
Scholarship Details
The MTN Scholarship Scheme is one of the flagship initiatives of the MTN Foundation, established to recognize and reward high-performing students in Nigerian public tertiary institutions. Since its inception in 2010, the program has consistently supported academically outstanding undergraduates across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. It also includes a special category for blind students, ensuring inclusivity and equal access to educational support.
Each year, hundreds of students benefit from financial awards designed to cover tuition, books, and living expenses. Beneficiaries continue to receive the scholarship annually until graduation, provided they maintain the required academic performance. Additionally, the top 10 candidates in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), as announced by JAMB, are automatically awarded scholarships from their first year through to graduation, subject to meeting grade requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the MTN Scholarship Scheme, applicants must meet the following requirements:
General Criteria:
- Must be a Nigerian student studying in a public tertiary institution (University, Polytechnic, or College of Education)
- Must meet the academic requirements specific to each scholarship category
MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
- Open to 300-level students studying STEM-related courses
- Students in Universities and Colleges of Education must have a minimum CGPA of:
- 3.0/4.0 or
- 3.5/5.0 (Second Class Upper)
- Polytechnic students must:
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (Upper Credit) from OND
- Have secured admission into HND
- Direct Entry students must:
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (Upper Credit) from OND
- Have gained admission into 300 level in a public university
MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS):
- Open to 200 and 300-level blind students (except Law students, who must be in 300 level)
- University/College of Education students must have a minimum CGPA of 2.5
- Polytechnic students must:
- Have a minimum CGPA of 2.0 from OND
- Have secured admission into HND
UTME Top 10 Scholarship:
- Automatically awarded to the top 10 UTME candidates as announced by JAMB
- Valid from 100 level through graduation upon maintaining required grades
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the MTN Scholarship Scheme will receive:
- ₦300,000 annually to cover:
- Tuition fees
- Book allowances
- Living expenses
- Continuous funding until graduation (subject to maintaining required grades)
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants should be prepared to submit:
- Academic transcripts or result statements
- Proof of admission into a public tertiary institution
- Valid student identification
- Any other supporting documents as required during application
How to Apply
To apply for the MTN Scholarship Scheme:
- Visit the official MTN Scholarship application portal
- Click on “Apply for MTN Scholarships 2026”
- Complete the eligibility screening form
- Proceed to fill out the application form if qualified
- Upload all required documents
- Review your application carefully before submission
- Submit and await feedback
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