MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2025 | Makerere University
2022/2023 MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University [Fully-Funded Undergraduate Scholarship]: Mastercard Foundation Calls for Applications from Academically Talented yet Economically Disadvantaged Young People in Africa for The 2025/2026 MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) at Makerere University. See Eligibility, Benefits, Requirements, Application Guidelines and Process.

Makerere University entered into partnership with The MasterCard Foundation to offer scholarship to 1000 bright youth from Africa to study at Makerere University from 2013 to 2024.

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To increase your chances of securing this opportunity, it is crucial that you take the time to carefully read through all the guidelines provided below. Each requirement and instruction has been thoughtfully included to help you succeed in your application. Missing even a single detail or misinterpreting any part of the process could result in disqualification or a missed opportunity. This is why we strongly advise that you go through this page from top to bottom—no skimming, no skipping. Make sure you understand each step clearly before proceeding. By following the instructions properly and paying close attention, you'll greatly reduce the chances of making costly mistakes and boost your chances of being selected.

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A project worth US$21 million is being implemented at Makerere University with the aim of developing the next generation of African leaders and also to promote the strategic objectives of Makerere University and The MasterCard Foundation in contributing to Africas higher education sector and development. The Program recruits both nation and international Scholars at the ratio of 90:10 respectively and female and male scholars at the ratio of 80:20 respectively.


Eligibility

Applicants must be
  • Academically talented, must value learning and be driven to complete their education.
  • Economically disadvantaged and facing significant financial barriers to accessing education.
  • Committed to giving back to their own communities once studies are completed.
  • Return to their home areas and countries and take a leadership role in promoting social and economic improvement.
  • Future leaders committed to embracing ethical leadership to improve the lives of others.
  • Commitment to community service through previous and/or past engagements with community outreach activities
  • Citizens and residents of all African countries.
  • Wanting to study at undergraduate level at Makerere University
  • Applying to study in the preferred fields of Agriculture, Veterinary medicine, ICT, Health Sciences, Technology and Engeneering, Law and Human rights and Business and Financial Management at Makerere University.
  • All prospective Scholars must first be admitted to Makerere University to be considered for the Scholarship.

Benefits.

The scholars will receive holistic support which includes:
  • Tuition and functional fees
  • Laptops, books and other learning materials
  • Accommodation, bedding’s and meals
  • Medical insurance
  • Stipend
  • Transport to and from home
  • Psycho-social and mentor-ship

How to Apply.

  • Applicants should obtain and complete the Scholarship Application Forms at no cost from Makerere University, Senate Building Level 4, Room 402, or Down load the application forms from The MasterCard Foundations Scholars Program website
  • Submit completed Application Forms to the address above. If submitting by email as an attachment, ensure the scanned copy of the scholarship application form is clearly legible and send to: info@mcfsp.mak.ac.ug
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