Program Description:
Title: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26
Application Deadline: 6th June 2025 (11:59 PM EAT).
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26 Overview
Makerere University, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is offering 11 fully funded Master’s scholarships for the 2025/26 academic year. The program aims to support talented young Africans facing financial barriers in accessing higher education and developing leadership skills to contribute to national and regional development.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26 Eligibility
Applicants must be:
- Ugandan nationals, refugees, persons with disabilities, internally displaced persons (IDPs), or international students.
- Have applied for admission to Makerere University’s main campus for the 2025/26 academic year.
- Have completed their undergraduate education in an African country.
- Experiencing financial hardships.
- Not holding any other scholarship.
- Not currently pursuing or having completed a Master’s degree.
- Demonstrated leadership potential and/or community service.
- Age limits:
- 35 years or younger at the time of application.
- 40 years or younger for refugees and persons with disabilities.
📌 Refugee applicants must hold a Refugee Identity Card or Family Attestation.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26 Benefits
- Full tuition fees.
- Living expenses, academic materials, and mentorship support.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26 Application Process
- Apply for admission to Makerere University.
- Complete the online scholarship application form at https://apply.mastercardfoundation.mak.ac.ug/.
- Submit the application before the deadline: 6th June 2025 (11:59 PM EAT).
- Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further selection.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26 Selection Priorities
- At least 70% of scholarships will be awarded to young women.
- At least 25% of scholarships will be awarded to refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs).
- At least 10% of scholarships will be awarded to young people with disabilities.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26 Important Notes
- The application process is free of charge – beware of fraudsters soliciting money.
- Merit-based selection – any dishonesty or falsification of documents will result in disqualification and legal action.
- Only successful applicants will be notified by August 2025.
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University (Master’s) 2025/26
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