By Nneka Nwogwugwu
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program, offering young Africans the opportunity to pursue higher education with full financial support.
In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, Ashesi University provides transformative educational experiences to talented students across the continent.
About the Scholarship
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at Ashesi is one of the most comprehensive scholarship initiatives, covering full tuition, accommodation, and learning resources for students pursuing a Master’s degree in any discipline.
Scholars also receive additional socio-economic support to help them successfully transition into Ashesi and, ultimately, into impactful careers.
Benefits
✔ Full tuition coverage
✔ Accommodation and learning resources
✔ Holistic support for academic, personal, and leadership development
✔ Networking opportunities with a pan-African network of peers and professionals
Eligibility Criteria
✔ Must be a citizen of an African country
✔ Strong academic record
✔ Demonstrated financial need
✔ Leadership potential and commitment to community service
How to Apply
Applicants do not select their preferred scholarship; instead, the Admissions and Financial Aid Office evaluates general scholarship applications to determine eligibility for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme.
Apply here: Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program, which provides young Africans with full financial support to pursue higher education. In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, Ashesi University offers transformative educational experiences to talented students across Africa.
The scholarship covers full tuition, accommodation, and learning resources for those pursuing a Master's degree in any discipline. It also includes socio-economic support to ease the transition into Ashesi and future careers. Benefits encompass holistic support for academic and personal development, as well as networking opportunities within a pan-African network of peers and professionals.
Eligibility criteria include African citizenship, a strong academic record, financial need, leadership potential, and a commitment to community service. Applications are evaluated by the Admissions and Financial Aid Office to determine eligibility for the scholarship. More information and applications can be accessed through the Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme's website.
