Scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Dar es Salaam
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides comprehensive support to academically talented but economically disadvantaged students. It focuses on developing transformative leaders who will contribute to social and economic change in Africa.
About this scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Dar es Salaam is offered by Mastercard Foundation / University of Dar es Salaam for study in Tanzania at bachelor and master level. The award is valued at Full tuition and living expenses, provided as full ride support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Full tuition and living expenses. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor and master level. Nationality requirements apply: African.
Eligibility
Academically talented students from Africa who demonstrate financial need and a commitment to giving back to their communities.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor and master
Nationality requirements
African
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Mastercard Foundation / University of Dar es Salaam
- Study destination
- Tanzania
- Eligible applicant countries
- Tanzania and Other African countries
- Award
- Full tuition and living expenses
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Nationality
- African
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-23