The Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with McGill University in Canada, is offering fully funded Master's scholarships for students from Sub-Saharan Africa. Beyond full academic funding, recipients also receive guidance and financial support for two internships in their home countries during their two-year study period.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Institution: McGill University, Canada
- Programme Type: Non-thesis Master's degrees (2 years duration)
- Scholarship Value: Comprehensive financial, social, and academic support throughout the degree and post-graduate transition.
- Deadlines: Submit your McGill admission application by your specific programme's deadline, and submit your MCF supporting documents in uApply by January 31, 2021.
Eligibility Criteria
- You must be admissible to one of the eligible non-thesis Master's programmes at McGill University.
- You must have never completed any prior graduate studies.
- You must be nominated either by a professor from a recognized Mastercard Foundation Partner University or by a current McGill Professor or Staff Member.
- You must be a citizen of and have lived a significant part of your life in a Sub-Saharan African country.
- You must have an exceptional record of service and leadership in your school or community.
- You must intend to return to your home country immediately upon completing your degree to contribute to social and economic development.
- You must demonstrate that your financial status falls within the lowest two quintiles of your country.
How to Apply
Review the nomination requirements and start your application on the McGill Mastercard Foundation Scholars application portal. You can also read more on the official programme webpage.
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