Due 31 Dec 2026
Comprehensive scholarships including tuition, travel, living expenses and mentorship for talented yet economically disadvantaged students from Africa (and some Asian countries) to study at partner universities worldwide.
- Funding
- Full
- Deadline
- 31 Dec 2026
- Study levels
- Undergraduate, Masters
- Fields
- Any
- Study in
- 🇺🇸 United States, 🇨🇦 Canada, 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, 🇦🇺 Australia, 🇸🇬 Singapore, 🇯🇵 Japan
- Open to
- 7 countries
Requirements (approximate)
- ✓From a low-income background in an eligible country
- ✓Accepted or applying to a Mastercard Foundation Scholar partner institution
- ✓Demonstrate academic promise and leadership
- ✓Commit to returning to contribute to your home country
These are indicative. Confirm exact requirements (grades, English test scores, age, documents) on the official site before applying.
How to apply
- 1Check you meet the eligibility (nationality, academic results, language test).
- 2Prepare core documents: passport, transcripts, IELTS/TOEFL, reference letters.
- 3Get admission or a conditional offer from an eligible university if required.
- 4Submit your application on the official portal before the deadline.
Last verified 5 Jun 2026. Source. Always confirm details on the official website before applying.