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Published: 22 Jun 2023 1,201 views
Do you have what it takes to transform Africa? African students can apply to be Mastercard Foundation Scholars at UP. Become an instrument of positive change! Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program gives you what it takes to become one.
The University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation is currently offering scholarships for high-achieving African students interested in studying at postgraduate levels, commencing in January 2023.
The Mastercard Foundation targets academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Africa who will contribute to the transformation of the continent through their knowledge, skills, attitudes and values evidenced by their leadership. Community service and internships are essential components of the Program.
The University of Pretoria (UP) was established in 1908 with just four professors and 32 students, in a little house called Kya Rosa. Today, it is one of the largest research universities in South Africa. UP has transformed into a dynamic university community of staff and students who come from a range of diverse backgrounds and cultures showcasing South African and global societies. The University was born from a vision to create a space for quality education and for new ideas to flourish. Over the course of its existence, and through different phases of political power and social change, UP ... continue reading
| Application Deadline | 30 Aug 2023 |
| Country to study | South Africa |
| School to study | University of Pretoria |
| Type | Postgraduate |
| Sponsor | University of Pretoria |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Mastercard Foundation offers a full scholarship to students who have applied for and been admitted to one of the following programmes at the University of Pretoria.
Candidates should be citizens from Africa.
Applicants should come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and demonstrate financial neediness.
Candidates should demonstrate leadership potential and ought to be involved in a giving back project eg. in a community, at school, church etc.
Academic excellence is paramount and students have to maintain a high academic average at all times.
Eligible Faculties:
Applications to study at UP opens on 1st March and closes on the 30th August of the year proceeding the year of study.
Students who are interested in studies at the University of Pretoria and wish to apply for The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program must follow the application process.
Step 1
Apply online at www.up.ac.za/apply. Alternatively, you can submit a hard copy of your application form. For more information, dial +27 (0)12 420 4297/6621 or send an email to:
[email protected] for undergraduates and postgraduates enquiries.
Step 2
After your application has been submitted, it will be evaluated by members of the relevant faculty. The faculty will inform you whether you have been admitted.
Step 3
Once you have been admitted, please contact [email protected] to commence the process to apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program immediately.
Step 4
Successful Mastercard Foundation Scholars should have a passport to enable them to apply for a visa promptly.
Please visit the ISD website at www.up.ac.za/isd for general information for international students.
For more details visit: University of Pretoria website.