🎓 Sterling Bank 2025 Undergraduate Scholarship Programme for Young Nigerians
Sterling Bank Plc, in collaboration with Miva Open University, is proud to unveil the 2025 edition of its groundbreaking “Beyond Education” scholarship initiative—an ambitious effort aimed at removing financial barriers to higher education for young Nigerians.
As part of Sterling Bank’s corporate commitment to driving sustainable development across key sectors—Health, Education, Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Transportation (HEART)—this programme stands as a bold investment in Nigeria’s future.
Through this initiative, the bank has pledged a significant sum of ₦2 billion over a 3-year period to fully sponsor 600 deserving students with tuition-free university education.
🏛️ About the Scholarship
The Sterling “Beyond Education” scholarship exclusively supports undergraduate degree studies at Miva Open University, a fully accredited online institution licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
This initiative empowers scholars with access to flexible, high-quality online education, regardless of their geographical location or socioeconomic background.
📌 Key Features
- ✅ Sponsor: Sterling Bank Plc
- ✅ Host Institution: Miva Open University (Online)
- ✅ Degree Level: Undergraduate
- ✅ Scholarship Type: Full Tuition Coverage
- ✅ Number of Awards: 600
- ✅ Application Status: Open (Ongoing)
🧾 Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of Nigeria.
- Be aged between 16 and 35 years at the time of nomination.
- Meet the admission requirements for Miva Open University (no JAMB/UTME required).
- Demonstrate a strong desire to pursue a university degree.
- Be available for online learning throughout the duration of the programme.
- Female applicants and candidates from underserved communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
🎁 What the Scholarship Covers
- 💯 Full Tuition Coverage: Complete waiver of tuition fees for the entire duration of the programme.
- 🌐 Flexible Learning: 100% online delivery through Miva’s digital learning platform, supported by regional community hubs.
- 🎓 Accessible Admission: No need for JAMB or UTME scores—Miva uses a simplified and inclusive admission process.
- 🚀 Empowerment for All: Equal opportunity scholarship, with priority given to women and disadvantaged youth.
📥 How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
- Visit the official scholarship webpage via the link below.
- Review the detailed scholarship information and eligibility requirements.
- Complete and submit the online application form.
This initiative is more than a scholarship—it is a life-changing opportunity to gain a world-class education and become part of a new generation of Nigerian leaders empowered through learning.
