Application are currently being accepted for the University of Pretoria MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) for Study in South Africa 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About MCFSP for Study in South Africa
The University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program has been offering scholarships and wraparound support to high achieving young Africans pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate (Honours and Masters) degrees since January 2014. The University and the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program entered into phase 2 agreement December 2023 to support more young people on the continent. In January 2024 a new phase 2 cohort commenced with their studies.
Benefits of MCFSP for Study in South Africa
The program provide the scholars with: 1st Year: start up funds, Visa fees
- Annual support
- Monthly stipend
- Tuition fees
- School supplies, books (Fundi)
- Student health insurance (medical aid)
- One-time only African based, summer internship (flight and stipend)
- Campus room and board
MCFSP for Study in South Africa Requirements
A candidate should meet the next standards with the intention to be thought of for Mastercard Foundation Scholarships:
- The University of Pretoria Scholarship is open to candidates from Africa.
- Applications are welcome from candidates searching for an undergraduate and postgraduate diploma.
- A candidate should have expertise in neighborhood service and management.
- Candidates are additionally anticipated to take care of a excessive tutorial common all through their tutorial careers.
- Candidates should exhibit monetary want and come from economically deprived backgrounds.
Application Date and Process
- YOU MUST APPLY TO UP FIRST to initiate the application process. Then download and complete the hard copy of the relevant application form provided below: undergraduate-application-2027 or postgraduate-application-2027
- Submit your application electronically to [email protected]. For additional information or inquiries, contact us at +27 (0)12 420 4297 or via email at [email protected]. Ensure that all required supporting documentation is included with your submission.
- Post-submission, your application will undergo a review process. You will be notified of the outcome afterward. If you do not hear back from us, please assume your application was not successful.
- Prior to admission into the Program, all eligible candidates will undergo an interview as part of the selection process
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