MTN Foundation Scholarship Programme was established in 2010, the MTN Foundation Scholarship Programme is an annual initiative designed to recognize and reward outstanding academic performance among eligible students in Nigerian public tertiary institutions.
The programme offers support under two major categories:
MTN Foundation Science and Technology Scholarship (MTN STS)
Launched in 2010, the MTN STS is targeted at high-performing 300-level students studying science and technology-related courses in Nigerian public universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
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For the 2026 edition, 400 students will be awarded scholarships valued at ₦300,000 per year, renewable until graduation subject to the maintenance of required academic performance and participation in designated upskilling programmes.
MTN Foundation Scholarship for Blind Students (MTN SBS)
Introduced in 2012, the MTN SBS is dedicated to supporting visually impaired students enrolled in 200- and 300-level courses across Nigerian public tertiary institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
A total of 100 students will receive ₦300,000 annually, with awards renewable each year until graduation, contingent upon meeting the stipulated academic requirements.
The MTN Foundation Scholarship Programme remains a key commitment to educational development in Nigeria, empowering students to achieve academic excellence and build sustainable careers.
Institution of Study
MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
- The MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS) is open to Nigerian students in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institution (Universities, Teaching Hospitals, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education).
MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS):
- MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS) is open to Nigerian students in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institution (Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education).
Course of Study
MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
- MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS) is open to 300 level students studying Science & Technology related courses, and 400 level medical students in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions (Universities, Teaching Hospitals, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education).
MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS):
- MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS) is open to 200 & 300 level Blind students studying any course in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions (Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education).
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Level of Study
MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
- The application is open to students who have completed their second semester 200 level examinations going to 300 level and students currently in their 300 level as we understand that the academic calendar in not aligned across all public tertiary institutions.
- The application is open to medical students who have completed their second semester 300 level examinations going to 400 level and those currently in their 400 level.
The MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS):
- The application is open to 200 & 300 level blind students in any Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions (Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education). However, for blind students studying Law, which is a 5 years course, only 300 level students can apply for the MTN Scholarship.
Cummulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)
The MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS):
- STEM Students in Public Universities, and Colleges of Education must have 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 Cumulative Grade Point Average (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 300 level/3rd year in a Public University.
- Medical students in Public Universities and Teaching Hospitals must a minimum of Pass grade or equivalent score.
MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS):
- Blind Students in the Universities or Colleges of Education must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.5
- Blind Students in Public Polytechnics must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.0 from the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) Program and must have secured admission into the Higher National Diploma (HND) Program.
For More Information: Visit the Official Webpage of the MTN Foundation Scholarships
