Scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
A global network of partnerships with universities to provide education to young African leaders. Students must apply directly through the partner institutions associated with the program.
About this scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is offered by Mastercard Foundation for study in South Africa at bachelor and master level. The award is valued at Comprehensive support (varies by partner university)., 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 Comprehensive support (varies by partner university).. 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. Eligible study areas include All Fields. Nationality requirements apply: African nationals.
Eligibility
African nationals demonstrating financial need and commitment to community leadership.
How to apply
Applicants are expected to prepare: Apply through partner university, proof of economic disadvantage, academic transcripts, leadership evidence, two references. Applications close on 2027-02-28. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Application requirements
Apply through partner university, proof of economic disadvantage, academic transcripts, leadership evidence, two references
Eligible study levels
bachelor and master
Fields of study
All Fields
Nationality requirements
African nationals
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
- Study destination
- South Africa
- Eligible applicant countries
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- Award
- Comprehensive support (varies by partner university).
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Fields of study
- All Fields
- Nationality
- African nationals
- Deadline
- Open · 2027-02-28
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20