The Mastercard Foundation scholarship supports African students who wish to study at the University of Pretoria.
It’s a great opportunity for the youth to build a fulfilling career in the field of study they please. It backs selected applicants with all their Financial needs to study at the University of Pretoria.
Scholars will be trained to become great future leaders who will cause change wherever they find themselves.
Students who have great academic performance from their previous studies but do not have the Financial ability to continue their education will benefit from the MasterCard Foundation scholarship.
Selected candidates are entreated to take their studies seriously as their performance on the scholarship will be monitored.
These young leaders will cause change not only in their home countries but in the African continent and the world at large.
Scholars will benefit from Training programs and social activities to add to their academic experience.
You can apply for a grant if you acquired your undergraduate education at the University of Pretoria and wish to continue with a master’s program.
Apply now to the Mastercard Foundation program and get the chance to study at one of the best Universities in Africa.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Breakdown:
- The University of Pretoria is the host University
- Master’s Degree studies
- The application deadline is 30 September 2024
- All African countries are eligible.
- The scholarship host country is South Africa
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Eligibility Criteria:
- Candidates pursuing postgraduate degrees are encouraged to apply.
- Applicants must be from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and be able to prove their financial need.
- An applicant needs to have prior leadership and community service experience.
- The UP Scholarship is available to African applicants
- Throughout their academic studies, candidates are also expected to maintain a high academic average.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Benefits:
- Accommodation expenses will be covered
- Coverage for travel expenses
- Books and printed material allowance
- Full Tuition Fee
- Monthly stipend to cover daily expenses
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Study Feilds:
- Postgraduate study programs
- Political or international studies
- Natural Science
- Agricultural science
- Economics
- Management sciences
- Engineering.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Application Deadline:
The University of Pretoria’s Mastercard Scholarship 2024–25 applications must be submitted by September 30, 2024.
How to apply for the University of Pretoria Mastercard Foundation Scholars?
- Before applying for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars program, candidates must have been granted provisional admission to the University of Pretoria.
- A letter of temporary admission will be necessary.
- Through the university website, applicants can submit an online application to any master’s program.
- Please email your MCFSP application to mcfsp@up.ac.za along with any supporting documentation.
