Are you a Nigerian aspiring to earn a university degree but hindered by financial constraints or the need for JAMB? The Sterling Bank Scholarship at MIVA Open University 2025 offers a unique opportunity for young Nigerians to earn a fully funded undergraduate degree online — without needing JAMB/UTME scores. Powered by Sterling Bank in partnership with MIVA Open University, this initiative aims to bridge the education gap and foster national development by investing in youth education.
This scholarship forms part of Sterling Bank’s “Beyond Education” initiative, which focuses on developing key sectors of the economy including Health, Education, Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Transportation (HEART). With a financial commitment of ₦2 billion over 36 months, the bank is funding the full university tuition of 600 Nigerian students.
Scholarship Summary
Host Country: Nigeria
Institution: MIVA Open University (online)
Sponsor: Sterling Bank Plc
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Number of Scholarships: 600
Mode of Study: Online
Eligibility: Nigerians aged 16–35
Requirement: No JAMB needed
Reward: 100% tuition fee coverage
Deadline: Not specified
IELTS Required: No
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Sterling Bank MIVA Open University Scholarship 2025, applicants must:
Be a citizen of Nigeria.
Be between the ages of 16 and 35 at the time of nomination.
Be able to meet the admission criteria for MIVA Open University. (No JAMB/UTME is required.)
Benefits
Full tuition waiver for the entire duration of a degree program at MIVA Open University.
Access to quality online education from an institution licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Opportunity to study from anywhere in Nigeria, especially helpful for individuals in underserved regions.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
1. Visit the Sterling Bank Scholarship Page via the official application link.
2. Nominate yourself or have someone else nominate you for the scholarship.
3. Selection will be based on a public voting process, open only to Sterling Bank account holders.
4. After the nomination phase, verified nominees will be listed under their state of residence.
5. At the close of voting, the two nominees with the highest number of votes in each state and the FCT will become provisional winners.
6. Winners must formally accept the scholarship within 10 business days after being contacted.
7. Scholarship awardees must enrol at MIVA Open University within two admission cycles to avoid forfeiture.
📌 Note: Ensure your Sterling Bank account is active and registered with your real identity for a verified voting process.
Application Link
👉 Click Here to Apply
(Link may be updated on the official Sterling Bank or MIVA Open University websites)
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