Scholarship
University of Rwanda Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for Young Africans
A 10-year partnership (2021-2031) aiming to develop transformative leaders by enabling talented, service-oriented young people to pursue higher education. Scholars receive financial support, academic mentorship, leadership development, and internship opportunities.
About this scholarship
University of Rwanda Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for Young Africans is offered by University of Rwanda and Mastercard Foundation for study in Rwanda 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. Eligible study areas include STEM, Agriculture, Forestry and Food Sciences. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Must be a citizen of Rwanda or any African country, a refugee, or a displaced young person in Africa. Must be academically qualified, demonstrate economic or social need, and have a record of leadership and community engagement.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-08-22. 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
Fields of study
STEM, Agriculture, Forestry and Food Sciences
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 Rwanda and Mastercard Foundation
- Study destination
- Rwanda
- Eligible applicant countries
- All African countries
- Award
- Fully funded
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Fields of study
- STEM, Agriculture, Forestry and Food Sciences
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-08-22
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-10-10