The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2025-2026 at the University of Cambridge is a fully funded opportunity for students from Africa to pursue a one-year master’s course at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. This scholarship is designed to empower future African leaders by providing access to high-quality education and helping them contribute to climate resilience and sustainable futures for Africa.
This program not only covers full tuition but also provides additional support, including maintenance allowance, travel costs, and a laptop, ensuring that scholars can focus entirely on their studies and academic growth. With a focus on diversity, the program encourages applications from women, refugees, internally displaced people, and people with disabilities.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2025-2026 Details
- Scholarship Host Country: United Kingdom
- University: University of Cambridge
- Study Level: Master’s degree (1-year program)
- Eligibility: Citizens and residents of African countries
- Scholarship Type: Fully funded
Benefits of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2025-2026
- Full tuition coverage for the entire master’s program
- Monthly maintenance allowance to cover living expenses
- Laptop provided to each scholar
- Coverage of visa application fees and the International Health Surcharge
- Travel costs to and from the UK are also covered
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a citizen of an African country.
- Must be resident in Africa, unless temporarily absent for study or work.
- Must be applying for a one-year master’s program at the University of Cambridge.
- Must meet the academic requirements of the selected course.
Required Documents
- Completed University of Cambridge admission application.
- Supplementary statement indicating commitment to climate resilience and sustainable futures for Africa.
- All relevant academic transcripts.
- Other documents as per the course requirements.
Deadline
- For courses with a December 5th, 2024 deadline, the application must be submitted by December 5th, 2024.
- For courses with a January 5th, 2025 deadline, the application must be submitted by January 5th, 2025.
How to Apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2025-2026
- Apply for admission via the University of Cambridge course directory by the funding deadline: Cambridge Course Directory.
- Ensure all academic requirements for the selected course are met.
- Provide a supplementary statement as part of the scholarship application, demonstrating personal commitment to climate resilience and sustainable futures for Africa.
