Scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
The program provides scholarships and wraparound support to high-achieving young Africans pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. It aims to develop transformative leaders who will contribute to social and economic change in Africa.
About this scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is offered by University of Pretoria at bachelor and master level. The award is valued at Fully Funded, 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 Fully Funded. 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
High-achieving young Africans pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate (Honours and Masters) degrees.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-09-30. 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
- University of Pretoria
- Award
- Fully Funded
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Nationality
- African
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-09-30
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20