The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh will provide postgraduate on-campus (Master's) and online scholarships (Master's & Postgraduate Diplomas) to students from Africa with proven academic and leadership potential who have access to few educational opportunities.
In addition to the scholarship, Scholars will participate in activities as part of the wider Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh, including work-based placements, mentorships, and other activities during the academic year.
Scholarship applications for the 2027/28 academic year are now open for invited applicants only. Only information session attendees who also meet the scholarship eligibility requirements are invitated to apply.
2027/28 Postgraduate Scholarship_On-campus and Online
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh will provide postgraduate on-campus (Master's) and online scholarships (Master's & Postgraduate Diplomas) to students from Africa with proven academic and leadership potential who have access to few educational opportunities.
In addition to the scholarship, Scholars will participate in activities as part of the wider Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Edinburgh, including work-based placements, mentorships, and other activities during the academic year.
Scholarship applications for the 2027/28 academic year are now open for invited applicants only. Only information session attendees who also meet the scholarship eligibility requirements are invitated to apply.