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Deadline: November 3, 2025
Applications are now open for the University of Toronto (U of T) Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme 2026/2027, a fully funded initiative that offers talented and socially committed young Africans the opportunity to pursue graduate studies in Canada.
Hosted by one of the world’s top universities, this program is designed to nurture the next generation of transformative African leaders who will drive inclusive and sustainable development across the continent. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at U of T provides access to world-class academic resources, leadership training, and an environment that fosters innovation and global collaboration.
The program targets individuals with exceptional academic merit, leadership potential, and a demonstrated commitment to giving back to their communities. Scholars will study in diverse fields aligned with Africa’s development priorities, gaining skills that enable them to create meaningful impact upon their return home.
Benefits
- Scholars in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto are provided with full financial assistance for the duration of their graduate studies. This includes travel expenses to Canada (including obtaining a passport and visa application fees), tuition, housing, food and grocery stipend, health insurance, learning materials, and other expenses.
SEE ALSO: University of Edinburgh Mastercard Foundation On-Campus Postgraduate Scholarships 2026/2027 for Young Africans (Fully Funded)
Mentoring, Orientation, and Transition Programs
Mastercard Foundation Scholars are provided with a variety of mentoring and transition assistance programs. This includes an extended orientation prior to, and, upon arrival to become familiar with the University’s academic requirements and practices and will also introduce students to various social, co-curricular and professional opportunities.
Advisors and Administrators
Advisors and administrators within the departments, faculties, and Centre for International Experience, regularly interact with Mastercard Foundation Scholars and help students navigate through university life. Student mentors also provide peer support. These resources will help with transitioning to U of T and to support academic and personal success
Areas of Study
For the 2026-2027 academic year, we will accept scholarship applications for ONE of the following programs:
- Master of Engineering (Biomedical) (opens in a new tab)
- Master of Financial Insurance(opens in a new tab)
- MHSc Master of Health Administration (opens in a new tab)
- MHSc Master of Health Informatics (opens in a new tab)
- MPH: Health Promotion(opens in a new tab)
- MPH: Occupational and Environmental Health(opens in a new tab)
Africa Health Collaborative
The University of Toronto is collaborating with eight leading African universities to support their efforts to train and prepare young professionals for the meaningful work of growing African health sectors, with an emphasis on employment opportunities for women.
The Africa Health Collaborative partners include:
- Addis Ababa University(opens in a new tab)
- African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (opens in a new tab)
- African Leadership University (opens in a new tab)
- Amref International University/Amref Health Africa (opens in a new tab)
- Ashesi University (opens in a new tab)
- Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (opens in a new tab)
- Moi University (opens in a new tab)
- University of Cape Town
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Assessment
Applicants MUST meet the following six eligibility criteria:
- Be a citizen and currently residing in a Sub-Saharan African country
- Be graduating or have graduated from a partner institution of the Africa Health
Collaborative (listed on page one) and have not yet started studies at the graduate level - Be under 35 years of age
- Have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership qualities during his/her
undergraduate years - Be academically admissible to one of the sponsored graduate programs listed above
- Demonstrate a desire and commitment to return home following graduation to contribute
to the ongoing economic growth and social development in Africa
Application Process and Documents Required
- The application deadline for the 2026-2027 Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto will be on November 3, 2025 at 12 noon (Toronto time).
- Interested applicants can register to attend one of the virtual information sessions detailed on the Announcement(opens in a new tab).
