University of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2023/2024 for study in South Africa (Fully funded)
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme offers scholarships for academically talented African youth to undertake graduate and post-graduate study at UCT.
Students are offered support in their academic and career development as well as mentoring and opportunities for entrepreneurship.
These students participate in community upliftment projects and should also be interested in UCTs activities.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
- Type: Postgraduate
- Organisation: MasterCard Foundation
- Country to study: South Africa
- School to study: University of Cape Town
- Gender: Men and Women
- Application Deadline: September 25, 2022
Young Africans who are first-time applicants for undergraduate or postgraduate (honours and master’s) degree programs at UCT can receive full scholarships under the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
The scholarships guarantee a top-notch education that will result in graduates with internationally recognized and locally relevant credentials, and whose entry into the workforce is supported by ideals of active citizenship and social justice.
These scholarships provide funding for the whole course of study and are renewed each year with excellent performance and participation in the program’s activities and opportunities.
Candidates who are chosen must promise to go back to their home nations and use the knowledge and training they have acquired to advance the social and economic development of those nations.
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Aim and Benefits of MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program
- Comprehensive financial assistance with visa applications, travel, tuition, living expenses, medical aid and accommodation.
- A relevant and recognised education through academic curricula aimed at producing graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognised and locally applicable.
- Academic and peer mentor support – to ensure that each Scholar successfully progresses academically.
- An array of cultural and transition support and training aimed at academic and professional enrichment and assisting in the challenges facing university going students.
- Career and internship opportunities in Africa, service learning, experiential learning – career guidance and support for transition to further study or the workforce.
- Leadership development and training.
- Alumni networks for further support.
Requirements for MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program Qualification
- Academically talented – value learning and are driven to complete their education.
- Economically disadvantaged – facing significant financial barriers to completing their education.
- Committed to giving back – investing in their communities, using the skills and knowledge that they have acquired.
- Future leaders – committed to embracing ethical leadership and making a positive change in their home communities.
How To Apply For MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program
All Interested and eligible candidates can apply using the link below
