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Home»Search by Region»Africa»Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University 2025/2026 (Fully-funded)

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University 2025/2026 (Fully-funded)

Jude OgarSeptember 27, 20243 Mins Read
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Deadline: October 25, 2024

Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University 2025/2026. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University is open to talented leaders and changemakers at the graduate (master’s) level, from across Sub-Sharan Africa who aspire to improve and transform nutrition, public health, public policy, and sustainable agriculture sectors across Africa.

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is more than just a scholarship that covers tuition and basic living expenses. It is an immersive experience meticulously designed to empower Mastercard Foundation Scholars on their journey. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars’ education is complemented with tailored programming that includes mentorship, leadership training, tutoring, experiential learning opportunities, professional development, and career support. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program aims to equip the Mastercard Foundation Scholars with the tools and guidance they need to flourish academically.  It engages them as active members of the McGill ecosystem and propels them professionally as leaders geared for impact.

Scholarship

The scholarship Includes:

  • Pre-arrival and immigration support 
  • Full international student tuition  
  • On-campus housing  
  • Personal monthly stipend (food, personal expenses, transportation, etc.) 
  • Academic tools and resources (book allowance, laptop, tutoring, etc.) 
  • A tailored leadership and professional development program 
  • Post-graduation transition expenses (ex. convocation regalia, return flight, etc.)

Eligibility

Prospective applicants must qualify academically for admission to McGill University and meet the following minimum criteria:

  • Be admissible to one of the eligible programs at McGill University.
  • Have NEVER registered for, nor completed a master’s degree.
  • Be a citizen of and live in a Sub-Saharan African Country (view eligible countries).
  • Have a valid passport and be admissible to Canada as an International Student (requiring a Study Permit). Those with dual citizenship, asylee, refugee or permanent resident status in the US, Canada, UK or EU are not eligible.
  • Have an exceptional record of service, leadership, and activity in your school and/or community.
  • Demonstrate a desire to give back to your home community.
  • Must be less than 35 years old at the time of application.

Applicants with First Class Honors or equivalent have a stronger chance of being admitted.

Selection Criteria

The selection process for applications is based on the following criteria:

  • Academic merit of the candidate that qualifies for admission to McGill University.
  • Track record as a transformative leader and person of service within their community.
  • Quality of application in line with the Mastercard Foundation ethos and values of the McGill Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill.
  • Potential impact on the development of the applicant’s home country.
  • Applicants who have faced significant barriers to education (social, financial, personal, practical or health related).

Application

You must submit the application form and all supporting documents by Friday, October 25, 2024 (at 4 P.M. EST), in order to be considered.

Click here to apply

For more information, visit Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.

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Jude Ogar is an educator and youth development practitioner with years of experience working in the education and youth development space. He is passionate about the development of youth in Africa.

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