2016 MasterCard Foundation Scholarships at Michigan State University, USA

The MasterCard Foundation undergraduate and graduate scholarship at Michigan State University is now open for application. This scholarship program targets academically qualified, yet economically disadvantaged, young people in Africa who will contribute to the transformation of the continent. It’s a fully funded scholarship and covers expenses such as tuition fees, accommodation, air fare etc.

About scholarship

MasterCard foundation partners with many institutions to award scholarships to outstanding, yet economically disadvantaged African students who wish to study abroad. The foundation is now partnering with Michigan State University in the USA to provide full tuition scholarships to undergraduate and master’s students from Sub-Saharan Africa. The university will receive $45 million in funding from the foundation to support 185 scholars throughout the nine-year program, which includes 100 four-year undergraduates and 85 master’s degree students. MSU will host the most scholars among the six U.S. partner institutions.

Eligibility

Applicants who wish to apply for this scholarship must meet the following requirements:

For undergraduate applicants

• Strong academic performance to date in secondary school suggesting continued academic success as an undergraduate student.
• An interest in and capacity for give-back, evidenced by commitment and engagement outside the classroom in the school and/or community.
• Manifest ethical behavior and strong character essential to joining The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Network.
• Ability to deal with change, uncertainty, and adversity, as well as interest in other countries and cultures, necessary to succeed as a student overseas and represent one’s home country in this role.
• Significant financial need and/or from lowest income bracket in country of origin.
• Commitment to give back in ways that enhance the economic growth and social development of Africa.

 

For graduate applicants

• Prior completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Africa with academic achievements suggesting continued academic success as graduate student.
• Strong commitment to a professional path in line with the area of study that can positively impact Africa.
• An interest in and capacity for give-back, evidenced by commitment and engagement on campus, in professional pursuits and/or community
• Manifest ethical behavior and strong character essential to joining The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Network.
• Ability to deal with change, uncertainty, and adversity, as well as interest in other countries and cultures, necessary to succeed as a student overseas and represent one’s home country in this role.
• Significant financial need and/or from lowest income bracket in country of origin
• Commitment to give back in ways that enhance the economic growth and social development of Africa.

Fields of study

 All undergraduate and graduate programs at Michigan State University, USA

 

What the scholarship covers

It’s a fully funded scholarship and covers expenses such as tuition fees, accommodation, air fare etc. The Scholars Program will ensure that young people are equipped with the skills and competencies needed to spur economic growth and social development in their respective countries of origin.

How to apply

Please contact the scholarship provider here for detailed information on how to apply.

Application deadlines

For Undergraduate – 4^th January 2016

For Masters – 1^st February 2016