Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2026
Fully funded scholarships for talented young Africans with financial need, offered through partner universities in Africa and worldwide.
Who can apply
For young Africans. Each partner university sets its own entry rules and dates.
- Type
- Fully funded scholarship
- Organisation
- Mastercard Foundation
- Location
- Global
- Field
- All Fields
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Deadline
- Rolling (apply any time)
- Pay or funding
- Covers full tuition, living expenses, books, travel, and mentorship.
Apply on the official site (opens in a new tab) → Check eligibility & prepare my CV
You'll go to mastercardfdn.org. Link last checked 16 October 2026. Always confirm the deadline and requirements on the official page before you apply.
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