Mastercard Foundation Scholarship is now open for applications from suitably qualified students. It is a fully funded scholarship for all students sponsored by Mastercard foundation in partnership with the University of Cape Town.
About the Scholarship
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UCT provides full-cost scholarships to young Africans who are first-time undergraduate or postgraduate (honors and master’s) degree-seeking applicants.
The scholarships ensure a premium educational package that will produce graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognized and locally applicable, and whose transition into the workforce is underpinned by values of engaged citizenship and social justice.
Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Scholarship
1. Comprehensive financial assistance with visa applications, travel, tuition, living expenses, medical aid and accommodation.
2. A relevant and recognized education through academic curricula aimed at producing graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognized and locally applicable.
3. Academic and peer mentor support–to ensure that each Scholar successfully progresses academically.
4. An array of cultural and transition support and training aimed at academic and professional enrichment and assisting in the challenges facing university going students.
5. Career and internship opportunities in Africa, service learning, experiential learning–career guidance and support for transition to further study or the workforce.
6. Leadership development and training.
7. Alumni networks for further support.
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Requirements for Mastercard Foundation Scholarship
1. Academically talented–value learning and are driven to complete their education.
2. Economically disadvantaged–facing significant financial barriers to completing their education.
3. Committed to giving back–investing in their communities, using the skills and knowledge that they have acquired.
4. Future leaders–committed to embracing ethical leadership and making a positive change in their home communities.
Application Deadline
September 25, 2022.
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