Deadline: November 30, 2016 (For Undergraduates); Deadlines vary for Graduate Programs
Applications are invited for the MasterCard Foundation Scholarship at The University of California, Berkeley . UC Berkeley has partnered with The MasterCard Foundation in a collaborative, global network of education institutions and non-profit organizations that believe education is a catalyst for social and economic advancement. The future of Africa will be shaped by its young people, including those talented, yet economically disadvantaged students who face significant barriers to accessing quality education. The Program aims to benefit 17,000 young people over 10 years, mostly in Sub-Saharan Africa.
At UC Berkeley, the Program will provide comprehensive financial, social, and academic support up to 118 students from 2012 to 2020, and is open to both undergraduate and professional Master’s students
Eligibility
The five main eligibility criteria are:
- Being a citizen of a Sub-Saharan African country
- Excelling academically
- Coming from an economically disadvantaged background
- Having demonstrated the will to give back to your community, country, or continent
- Having expressed the desire and intention to return to your home country after completing your studies
MCFS Award
MasterCard Foundation Scholars receive a comprehensive scholarship equivalent to the costs associated with earning a Bachelors or Masters degree, which includes travel, tuition, Berkeley student fees, visa and SEVIS fees, housing, food, living expenses, and cohort signature programs which will focus on leadership topics.
How to Apply
Both undergraduate and graduate degree seekers must first be admitted to the university through the regular admissions process before they will be considered for the MasterCard Foundations Program Scholarship. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Graduate Division provide detailed information on the admissions process for international students. Questions regarding admission requirements should be directed toward the appropriate Admissions Office.
For more details, please select the level of studies you would like to apply for:
- Undergraduate (November 30th deadline)
- Graduate (Deadlines varies with each program)
For more information, visit MasterCard Foundation-UC Berkeley.
