ScholarshipsMastercard Foundation Scholars Program at University of Edinburgh
Fully FundedFoundation RenewableMaster
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at University of Edinburgh
United Kingdom Mastercard Foundation All fields
AfricaFoundationAll LevelsNeed-BasedFully Funded
Amount
Full tuition + living costs + travel + laptop
Funding
Fully Funded
Deadline
283 days left
Country
United Kingdom
Awards
Varies by partner university (thousands across all partner institutions)
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Provider
Mastercard Foundation
Type
Foundation
Field of Study
All fields
Awards Available
Varies by partner university (thousands across all partner institutions)
Duration
Full duration of degree
Renewable
Yes, renewable
Open To
Young Africans from Sub-Saharan Africa
GPA Requirement
Strong academic record
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh provides fully funded scholarships for talented yet economically disadvantaged young people from Sub-Saharan Africa to pursue Master's degrees. The program combines academic study with leadership development, mentoring, and transition support. Scholars are expected to return to Africa after graduation and contribute to the continent's transformation.
- Full tuition fees for one-year Master's program
- Monthly living allowance
- Return airfare to Edinburgh
- Laptop allowance
- Academic materials allowance
- Visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs
- Pre-departure orientation and arrival support
- Leadership development workshops and mentoring
- Career and transition support
- Academic talent and potential
- Financial need
- Commitment to giving back to African communities
- Demonstrated leadership
Application Deadline (283 days left)
Monday, February 15, 2027
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