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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program empowers talented young Africans by providing access to higher education and leadership development. The University of Edinburgh offers fully funded postgraduate scholarships for the 2027/2028 academic year, covering tuition, accommodation, travel, and living costs for on-campus master's degrees, and full tuition with an academic stipend for online programs.
Host country
United Kingdom
Submission deadline
19 November 2026
Authority origin
Opportunity Desk
Automated scholarship analysis & strategic breakdown
"The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program helps talented young Africans pursue higher education and develop leadership skills, especially if they've faced educational challenges. The University of Edinburgh is a key partner, offering fully funded master's scholarships for both on-campus and online study for the 2027/2028 academic year."
It's a program that supports talented young Africans, particularly those who have faced barriers to education, to pursue higher education while developing their leadership capacity and preparing to contribute to their communities and the continent.
You must apply directly through specific partner institutions, such as the University of Edinburgh, as there is no universal application portal or process for the program.
For on-campus master's, it covers approved tuition, accommodation, travel, study materials, and a living-cost stipend. Online scholars receive full approved tuition fees and an academic stipend.
The program targets talented young Africans who have faced barriers to education and are seeking to pursue postgraduate (Master's) level studies for the 2027/2028 academic year.
Yes, for the 2027/2028 academic year, the University of Edinburgh is offering both on-campus (one-year, full-time master's) and online postgraduate scholarship routes.
Source: Opportunity Desk · Listed on Nexea on 17 September 2026. Always confirm details on the official page before applying.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is not administered through a universal application.
Applicants must apply directly to specific partner institutions, such as the University of Edinburgh.
Each partner institution sets its own application process, eligibility requirements, selection process, and deadlines.
Funding Classification
Fully Funded
Academic Metric Target
Masters