Scholarship
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Sponsored by Mastercard Foundation
1About this scholarship
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is a global initiative designed to develop the next generation of transformative leaders by enabling highly talented, service-oriented young people to pursue higher education. It is managed through partner universities and NGOs, which handle applications and decisions and set their own deadlines. Scholarships are provided at the secondary, undergraduate, and master's levels, but not to PhD candidates.
2Eligibility requirements
Education level: High school, Undergraduate, Graduate
3Academic requirements
Not published by the sponsor
4Application requirements
Not published by the sponsor
5Essays and recommendations
Not published by the sponsor
6Award amount and payment
- Amount
- Not published by the sponsor
- Payment details
- Financial support includes, but is not limited to, tuition fees, accommodation, books and other academic materials, mentoring, counselling, leadership development, and a return air ticket to a Mastercard Foundation Scholar's country of origin, if necessary.
7Application deadline
- Deadline
- Not published by the sponsor
8How to apply
If you are interested in becoming a Mastercard Foundation Scholar, please apply through one of the partner universities. Each partner sets its own deadline, fees, and application guidelines.
9Official application link
10Sponsor
Mastercard Foundation
11Source of this information
Official source: https://mastercardfdn.org/en/what-we-do/our-programs/mastercard-foundation-scholars-program/ (opens in a new tab)
Always confirm details with the sponsor before applying. The Giboney Foundation does not administer this scholarship.
12Last verification
Last verified November 11, 2026