Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cape Town
About this opportunity
Fully funded undergraduate and master's scholarship for African students at the University of Cape Town in South Africa for 2026.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cape Town (UCT) offers scholarships to academically talented young Africans aiming to drive positive social and economic change in Africa. This program supports undergraduate and postgraduate studies while providing extensive developmental opportunities, including mentoring, leadership training, career guidance, and community engagement initiatives. Applicants must first secure an admission offer from UCT before applying for the scholarship, which is separate from the regular academic application process. The program emphasizes involvement in community upliftment and leverages UCT’s resources for holistic growth.
Key details
South AfricaWhat you get
- Academic tuition and fees
- Living stipend
- Mentorship and leadership development
- Career development training
- Entrepreneurship support
- Academic and life skills support
- Community upliftment project engagement
- Access to UCT resources and opportunities
How to apply
- Submit an academic application to the University of Cape Town (UCT) for the desired program.
- Receive an offer of admission from UCT.
- Apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program through the designated portal after securing UCT admission.
- Ensure all program-specific requirements and deadlines are met with input from UCT faculty.
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