Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at The American University in Cairo (Spring 2027)
About this opportunity
Fully funded Masters and PhD scholarships at The American University in Cairo, Egypt, for African students starting Spring 2027. Deadline: 2 November 2026.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at The American University in Cairo (AUC) supports 300 African graduate students with economic and social barriers, offering full financial coverage for their studies. This program focuses on African economic development and prioritizes leadership potential among those facing limited access to quality education. Fellows receive comprehensive support, including tuition, stipends, laptops, health insurance, and travel allowances, alongside mentorship in leadership and community engagement. The program is open to new graduate students meeting AUC’s admission criteria, with a GPA requirement of 3.2/4.0 and a maximum age of 35 years at application time. Women, forcibly displaced individuals, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key details
EgyptWhat you get
- Tuition fees for **9 credits per semester**.
- Stipend for **fall and spring semesters**.
- One laptop provided.
- Student services and activities fees covered.
- Medical services and health insurance included.
- Accommodation in university dorms/residence.
- AUC bus subscription or travel allowance.
- Potential coverage for remedial English courses.
- Round-trip airfare for fellows **not residing in Egypt**.
- Research/publication/conference funding (additional funding may apply).
- Special software/IT purchases for disabilities.
- Leadership, civic engagement, and entrepreneurship workshops.
How to apply
- Submit the AUC online graduate application.
- Submit the official **Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program** online application.
- Check for additional required paperwork (not listed in source).
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