University of Cape Town – Mastercard Foundation Scholarships for Africans (2022)

Deadline: April 30, 2022

The program is an initiative that provides academically talented young people from economically disadvantaged communities in Africa with access to quality university education.

The Scholarships ensure a premium educational package that will produce graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognised and locally applicable, and whose transition into the workforce is underpinned by values of engaged citizenship and social justice. The scholarships cover the full period of study and are renewable annually subject to satisfactory performance and participation in the activities and opportunities offered by the programme.

Eligibility Criteria 

To be considered eligible for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarships applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must be Africans who are willing to enroll in an undergraduate or postgraduate studies at University of Cape Town.
• Must be academically talented – value learning and are driven to complete their education.
• Must be economically disadvantaged – facing significant financial barriers to completing their education.
• Must be committed to giving back – investing in their communities, using the skills and knowledge that they have acquired.
• Must demonstrate that they are committed to embracing ethical leadership and making a positive change in their home communities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive financial assistance with visa applications, travel, tuition, living expenses, medical aid and accommodation.
• Academic and peer mentor support.
• Career and internship opportunities in Africa, service learning, experiential learning – career guidance and support for transition to further study or the workforce.
• Leadership development and training.
• Alumni networks for further support.

Application Registration Deadline: 30th April, 2022

To Apply: Click here 

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