Mastercard Scholarship - The Applications are now available for Mastercard Scholarship 2024-25

The Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with top universities and institutions around the world, offers the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program. This program helps bright but financially disadvantaged students, mainly from Africa, who show leadership potential and a dedication to helping their communities. Learn about the Mastercard Scholarship, how to apply, the requirements, and the benefits.

Benefits: 

The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship covers many costs so students can focus on their studies without worrying about money. Key benefits include:

• Full tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Books
• Travel expenses
• Stipends
• Health insurance

Partner Institutions or Universities

The Mastercard Foundation has teamed up with top universities and institutions worldwide to offer its scholarship program. These partners are chosen for their focus on academic excellence, leadership development, and community service. Here are some of the main partner universities and institutions:

Africa:

• African Leadership Academy (ALA) – South Africa
• Ashesi University – Ghana
• Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) – Ghana
• University of Cape Town (UCT) – South Africa
• University of Pretoria – South Africa
• University of the Western Cape (UWC) – South Africa
• Makerere University – Uganda

North America:

• Arizona State University (ASU) – USA
• McGill University – Canada
• University of British Columbia (UBC) – Canada
• University of Toronto – Canada
• University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) – USA
• Wellesley College – USA

Europe:

• Sciences Po – France
• University of Edinburgh – United Kingdom

Middle East:

• American University of Beirut (AUB) – Lebanon

Eligibility Criteria:

• Applicants must have strong academic records, shown through high school grades or university transcripts.
• The scholarship is for students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds who cannot afford higher education.
• It mainly targets students from Sub-Saharan Africa, but eligibility can vary by partner institution.
• Students must be admitted to a participating institution partnered with the Mastercard Foundation.
• Some scholarships may be restricted to certain fields of study like STEM, social sciences, or business.
• The application might require recommendation letters from teachers, mentors, or community leaders who can vouch for the applicant's character and potential.
  

Required Documents

• Filled application form.
• Certified copies of high school or university transcripts.
• Proof of financial hardship, like income statements, tax returns, or affidavits.
• Personal statements or essays.
• Admission letter from the partner institution.
• Copies of passports, birth certificates, or national IDs.

Application Process

1. Identify Mastercard Foundation partner institutions that offer your desired program.
2. Apply for admission to the chosen institution, ensuring you provide all required documents.
3. Fill out the scholarship application form, usually available on the partner institution’s website or from the Mastercard Foundation.
4. Upload or send all required documents, ensuring they are complete and accurate.
5. Write a strong personal statement highlighting your academic achievements, leadership potential, commitment to community service, and vision for positive change in your home country.
6. Carefully complete the university’s online application for admission and the Mastercard Scholarship Program application form, paying attention to submission deadlines which vary by institution.
7. After submitting your application, monitor your email for updates on your application status and respond promptly to any additional information requests.

The official website link is provided below.

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