Sterling is tearing down barriers to quality learning, and investing in Nigeria’s greatest asset: its people. The “Beyond Education” initiative is a demonstration of how Sterling fuels National growth through investing in the HEART sectors: Health, Education, Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Transportation. It is a scholarship program organized by Sterling Bank Ltd. in partnership with Miva Open University. The initiative commits about ₦2 Billion over 36 months to provide 600 full-tuition university scholarships to deserving Nigerians.
All scholarships are for degree programs at Miva Open University, an online institution fully licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC)
Sponsor: Sterling
Degree Category: Undergraduates
Deadline: Ongoing
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible, a nominee must be:
- A Nigerian citizen.
- Aged between sixteen (16) and thirty-five (35) years on the date of their nomination.
- Able to satisfy the admission criteria for Miva Open University. Please note that JAMB/UTME scores are not required.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full Tuition: Complete degree funding – no hidden fees.
- Flexible Learning: 100% online via Miva’s platform, with community hubs.
- Broad Eligibility: Nigerians aged 16–35. Priority to underserved women; slots reserved for men.
- Miva Advantage: No JAMB/UTME needed. Quality education, accessible.
How to Apply
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria must read the full scholarship details on the official scholarship announcement page. To apply click the apply link below.