Applications are now open to talented and intelligent students who wish to enroll for the CMU-Africa Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2024. The program is part of a global network of 33 Scholars Program partners, comprised of institutions committed to developing Africa’s young leaders.
The CMU-Africa Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program covers application preparation support, orientation, tuition and fees, health insurance, travel and basic living expenses, project, and entrepreneurship support. Students also have access to a range of resources that support their well-being and academic success. Successful candidates participate in professional development activities including, but not limited to, internship and career fairs, networking opportunities with industry leaders, one-on-one career coaching that prepare them to pursue their goals upon graduation. The program develops leadership skills of successful applicants through participation in student clubs, community service, and a variety of programs that equip students to become change-makers.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): CMU-Africa and Mastercard Foundation
Name of Institution(s): Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Scholarship Worth: Fully Funded
Number of Scholarships: Several
Study Level: Graduates
Nationality: International Students
Eligibility Criteria
To become eligible for CMU-Africa Mastercard Foundation Scholarship, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
- Applicants must be international students
- Applicants must be in financial need
- Academic talent: Scholars value learning and have the drive to complete their education
- Commitment to giving back: Scholars have demonstrated a commitment to improving their communities.
- Potential to lead: Scholars will become role models, mentors, and change-makers
- Applicants must first be admitted to one of CMU-Africa’s degree programs.
Application Procedures
Interested applicants for the CMU-Africa Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, are expected to Submit an online application and complete competency tests before the application deadline.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2023