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KNUST Mastercard Foundation Scholarships 2020 (Ghana)

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Anthony Awa

Institutional Policy Specialist

May 6, 2020

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana, is inviting applications from academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young Africans for the 2020/2021 academic year.

MasterCard Scholarships At Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST) - Ghana 2020

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must hold valid WASSCE, GBCE, ABCE, or GCE O'Level and A'Level results (or equivalent) from an accredited institution that meet KNUST's undergraduate admission requirements.
  • No awaiting results candidates will be accepted: Your examination certificate must be ready and at least one year old.
  • Must demonstrate critical economic and financial need.
  • Must have proven records of leadership and community engagement.
  • Priority Groups: Females, displaced persons (certified refugees, IDPs), and persons living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

  1. Download the 2020/2021 KNUST Mastercard Scholarship Application Form (PDF).
  2. International applicants (outside Ghana) must include the following additional documents with their completed scholarship form:
    • Printout of your KNUST online admission application
    • Original certificates for both O'Level and A'Level results (or equivalent)
  3. Send your completed application package via EMS or another recognised courier service to:
    The Program Manager
    Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST Secretariat
    c/o Office of the Dean of Students
    Private Mail Bag
    KNUST, Kumasi, Ghana

Visit the official KNUST Mastercard Scholars website for full guidelines.

Application Deadline: 3rd July 2020 at 17:00 GMT (extended from 1st May 2020).

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Richard Okon

May 6, 2020

Does 'result must be at least a year old' mean 2019 WASSCE candidates can apply?

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Anthony from Mentra

May 6, 2020

Yes, Richard. If you wrote WASSCE in May/June 2019 or earlier and already have your original certificate in hand, you are eligible to apply.

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