{"id":42547,"date":"2025-09-13T08:37:35","date_gmt":"2025-09-13T08:37:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/opportunitiesforyouth.org\/?p=42547"},"modified":"2025-09-13T08:37:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-13T08:37:35","slug":"call-for-applications-mastercard-foundation-scholarship-program-at-the-university-of-cambridge-for-2025-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/opportunitiesconnect.com\/?p=42547","title":{"rendered":"Call for Applications: Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program at the University of Cambridge for 2026\/27"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cambridge is now accepting applications for the 2026\/27 academic year.<\/p>\n

About the Program<\/strong><\/h2>\n

We are delighted that you are interested in applying for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.<\/p>\n

You can learn more about our\u00a0eligibility criteria<\/a>, and\u00a0how to apply<\/a>\u00a0by visiting the dedicated pages.<\/p>\n

For any further queries, please read our\u00a0FAQs<\/a>\u00a0in the first instance and if you can’t find what you need, please\u00a0get in touch<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cambridge enables talented young Africans to pursue a master\u2019s degree and grow their leadership potential at one of the world\u2019s leading universities.<\/p>\n

Much more than a fully-funded scholarship, it\u2019s a life-changing experience that helps young people fulfil their academic potential and lays the foundations for a rewarding, meaningful career.<\/p>\n

More than 500 students will be enrolled in the programme by 2030, undertaking a wide range of master\u2019s courses and all committed to driving sustainable change in Africa and beyond.<\/p>\n

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion in higher education. Women, refugees, internally displaced persons, and people with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n

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Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/h2>\n

To be eligible for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cambridge, you must:<\/p>\n

1. Have a bachelor\u2019s degree.<\/p>\n

2. Meet the academic entry requirements of your chosen course. Some courses require the equivalent of a UK first-class honours degree and others an upper second-class degree. Please use the\u00a0postgraduate study course directory<\/a>\u00a0to check your course\u2019s entry requirements.<\/p>\n

3. Be from, and live in, an African country. You can apply if you\u2019re temporarily living outside of Africa for study or work.<\/p>\n

4. Apply for an eligible course. This can be any full-time master\u2019s excluding:<\/p>\n