Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Cambridge 2027: Fully Funded Master’s for African Students


A fully funded 1-year Master’s at the University of Cambridge — for citizens of African countries residing in Africa. This is a new UK route in the Mastercard Foundation’s network, opening September 2026 for October 2027 entry. Key facts: Level: Master’s (1 year); Value: Fully funded — full costs; Coverage: Full costs (tuition, living, and related); Deadline: Dec 2026 – Jan 2027 (course-dependent). The full guide explains eligibility fit, required documents, application steps, mistakes to avoid, and official-source checks before applying.

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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Global Network 2027: Multi-University Opportunities

The largest Africa-focused funding network in the world — full scholarships at University of Toronto, Cambridge, McGill, University of Nairobi, and other global partners. If you’re an African student with leadership and financial need, this network is the single biggest route to a funded degree. Key facts: Funded by: Mastercard Foundation; Level: Undergraduate, Master’s (partner-dependent); Value: Fully funded (tuition, living, support); Coverage: Tuition, living costs, transition, mentorship. The full guide explains eligibility fit, required documents, application steps, mistakes to avoid, and official-source checks before applying.