MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at University of Pretoria 2025

The University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation has been offering scholarships for high-achieving African students who studied undergraduate and postgraduate levels since January 2014. The Foundation will be entering into a new phase in January 2024 and it will target academically talented young people facing economic and social barriers inclusive of those living with disability in Africa; and internally displaced/refugees; that will contribute to the transformation of the continent through their knowledge, skills, attitudes and values evidenced by their leadership. Community service and internships are essential components of the Program.

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program offers a full scholarship to selected students who have been admitted to study towards a postgraduate degree at UP. Graduates must return to their home countries upon completion of their studies and give back to their communities.

• Table of Content
• About MasterCard Foundation
• MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program
• Aim and Benefits of MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program
• Requirements for MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About MasterCard Foundation

The Mastercard Foundation is an international non-governmental organization established by Mastercard in 2006. The organization, which is based in Toronto, Ontario, has supported work in 49 countries.In 2018, Mastercard Foundation shifted to a specific focus on Africa, through its Young Africa Works strategy. The foundation develops programs primarily focused on reducing gender and economic inequality, expanding access to quality education, increasing the opportunities for decent work, and supporting overall economic growth.Funding is primaril... continue reading

MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program

Application Deadline	30 Jun 2025
Country to study	South Africa
School to study	University of Pretoria
Type	Undergraduate
Sponsor	MasterCard Foundation
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program

• Full Tuition Fee
• Accommodation bills can be lined
• Books and printed materials allowance
• Monthly stipend to cowl every day bills
• Coverage for journey bills

Requirements for MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program Qualification

• The UP Scholarship is open to candidates from Africa.
• Applications are welcome from candidates searching for an undergraduate and postgraduate diploma.
• A candidate should have expertise in neighborhood service and management.
• Candidates are additionally anticipated to take care of a excessive tutorial common all through their tutorial careers.
• Candidates should exhibit monetary want and come from economically deprived backgrounds.

Application Deadline

June 30, 2025

How to Apply

• Applicants should have acquired provisional admission to the University of Pretoria earlier than they’ll apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
•  A provisional admission letter can be required.
• Applicants could apply on-line to any grasp’s diploma program on the college’s web site.
• Send your MCFSP application together with all supporting paperwork to [email protected].

For more details,visit Mastercard Foundation webpage