Tuition Free Scholarship For International Student to study in The MasterCard Foundation Programme.
Brief description:
This is another opportunity brought to us by The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program which has the aim and objectives to educate and develop students academically, economically and not to be a disadvantage but a transformation to the Africans and continent as a whole. This program will provide students in secondary school and university with the knowledge and leadership skills needed to contribute to economic and self-improvement of the students across Africa. The Scholarship Programs aims to give out $500 million worth of scholarships to 15,000 African students in 10 years.
Field(s) of study:
All eligible courses are offered and approved by participating Universities/Institutions.
Below are values of the MasterCard scholarship programme:
The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program is designed to provide students with holistic support, including:
Comprehensive Scholarships: Any participating Students will receive financial support for fees and studies accessories, transportation, accommodation, and stipends.
21st Century Skill Building: The Students benefit from enrichment in skill areas relevant to employment success, such as critical thinking, communications, and entrepreneurship.
Transition Support: The Students will receive support during their transition into secondary school, university or the workforce with mentoring, career counseling, internships, leadership development.
Give-back Component: An integral component of the Program is the commitment from the Scholars to give back to their communities and countries of origin. Students will demonstrate this commitment through volunteerism and community service, as well as other forms of experiential learning.
Alumni Network: Graduates of the Scholars Program will be connected through an alumni network that offers information, resources, and opportunities to consult with other graduates.
Eligibility:
Please check the specific eligibility criteria when applying for the scholarship to see if you are eligible or not before you can proceed
Application instructions:
Applications must be made directly to the participating university of your choice. Deadline varies but is around January-July 2016.
It is important to visit the institution’s websites and the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
