Mastercard Foundation
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program scholarship, secondary
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Funding
- Partial funding
- Level
- Master’s
This Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program scholarship is delivered through partner institutions and is aimed mainly at African applicants, from secondary school through master’s level. It may cover tuition, housing, learning materials, mentorship, counselling, leadership development, a return ticket if needed, and application fees reimbursed after selection. You apply directly through the partner you choose, under that institution’s own deadlines and rules.
Verified on 25 October 2026
A scholarship for primarily young African leaders through partner institutions in Africa, North and Central America, Europe and the Middle East, covering tuition, housing, materials, mentorship, counselling, leadership development, travel and application fees; applications open continuously, no fixed deadline. Applications are open on a rolling basis.
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Conditions
Blocking requirements
Niveaux d'études éligibles
“The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides scholarships at the secondary, undergraduate, and master’s levels.”
Candidature via partenaire
“If you are interested in becoming a Mastercard Foundation Scholar, please apply through one of the partner universities.”
To be confirmed
Tests requis par certains partenaires
“North American universities require TOEFL and/or SAT scores as part of the application process for international candidates.”
Watch points
Aucun lien direct de candidature centralisé
“Each partner institution offers different programs and has their own timelines for admission, fees, and application guidelines.”
Alerte fraude
“The Foundation does not solicit funding or request payments from individuals. The public is requested to remain vigilant and report suspected fraudulent activities ... [email protected].”
Admission ne garantit pas la bourse
“Gaining admission to a partner institution does not guarantee selection for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.”
Dr Kafoutchoni’s reading
The key word here is “partner”: the foundation does not centralize applications, so the real trap is assuming one dossier works everywhere. The other decisive point is that academic admission does not equal scholarship selection. If the partner is in North America, check immediately whether TOEFL or SAT scores may be required. First choose the institution, then adapt your file to its rules before applying.
Dr Medard Kafoutchoni · PhD in Genetics & Bioinformatics · Scholarship Strategist.
Deadlines
Deadline: RollingOpen on a rolling basis
Chaque institution partenaire fixe ses propres délais de candidature ; la fondation recommande de vérifier le site du partenaire choisi
What is actually funded
- TuitionLa prise en charge financière peut inclure les frais de scolarité selon le partenaire
- Frais de scolaritéLe soutien financier inclut, mais sans s'y limiter, les frais de scolarité
- AccommodationLe soutien financier peut inclure l'hébergement
- MatérielCouverture possible des livres et autres matériels académiques
- MentoringSoutien psychosocial et académique incluant le mentorat
- Conseil / counsellingSoutien psychosocial et de bien-être
- Développement du leadershipActivités et formations de leadership
- TravelUn billet d'avion de retour vers le pays d'origine du bénéficiaire peut être fourni si nécessaire
- Frais de participationPour les établissements qui exigent des frais d'application, les frais seront remboursés si le candidat est sélectionné
Countries covered
The program is aimed mainly at young African leaders through partner institutions, with eligibility determined by the partner you choose. The program also explicitly highlights young women, people with disabilities, as well as refugees and displaced people as groups of focus.
Application pathway
A short path from reading the brief to submitting a properly prepared application.
Check the conditions
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Prepare the documents
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Submit on the official site
Use the official application link and respect the deadline for the relevant cycle.
Track the cycle
Keep proof of submission and watch for follow-up requests from the provider.
Documents to prepare or confirm
This list helps you prepare; it does not replace the programme’s official checklist.
- Identity document or passport
- Degrees, transcripts and academic records
- CV or academic and professional background
- Motivation statement, project or written responses
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What we verified
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Les candidatures et décisions sont gérées par les partenaires, chaque partenaire fixe ses propres délais et conditions
Method: Récupéré depuis la section FAQ et la page 'Where to apply' indiquant que l'application doit se faire via les institutions partenaires · 25 October 2026
Le programme fournit une prise en charge financière incluant frais de scolarité, hébergement, matériel et un billet de retour si nécessaire
Method: Énoncé explicite sur la page descriptive et le Handbook · 25 October 2026
See the sources
- Page officielle du programme (mastercardfdn.org)Primary source
- Page de candidature (mastercardfdn.org)Application page
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