Scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cape Town provides comprehensive support to academically talented students from Africa. It aims to develop transformative leaders who will contribute to social and economic change on the continent.
About this scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is offered by University of Cape Town for study in South Africa at master level. The award is valued at Full funding, 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 funding. 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 master level. Nationality requirements apply: African countries.
Eligibility
Academically talented students from African countries who demonstrate financial need and a commitment to giving back to their communities.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-10-31. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master
Nationality requirements
African countries
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
- University of Cape Town
- Study destination
- South Africa
- Eligible applicant countries
- All African countries
- Award
- Full funding
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- master
- Nationality
- African countries
- Deadline
- Open · 2026-10-31
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-23