Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027/2028 at Cambridge

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cambridge offers fully funded Master’s study for African citizens. The program provides full tuition coverage and a monthly maintenance allowance for a one-year, full-time postgraduate course at Cambridge, with a focus on climate resilience and sustainability. Successful scholars are selected for funding in addition to meeting the entry requirements for their chosen course.

Full tuition coverage and a monthly maintenance allowance for the duration of the master's program.

Citizens of African countries who are resident in Africa (with allowances for temporary absence) and who meet the academic entry requirements of their chosen Cambridge course.

Apply through the Cambridge postgraduate application system, opt in for funding to view Mastercard Foundation options, and follow department-specific timelines; selection and offers occur between December and February, with final offers typically sent in late March or early April.