The American University of Beirut Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2026/2027 for Masters and PhD study

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the American University of Beirut provides full scholarships for on-campus master's studies and PhD scholarships, alongside online graduate programs. It aims to support young people from Africa and Lebanon with leadership potential, enabling participation in required workshops and fieldwork in addition to degree coursework.

Full scholarships; participation in workshops, courses and fieldwork; online graduate program options available.

Masters on-campus scholarships are open to citizens of African countries or Lebanon; PhD scholarships are open to refugees living on the African Continent; online graduate scholarships are available for specified online programs. Applicants must be 35 years or younger and demonstrate strong academic standing and leadership potential.

Submit online graduate application, upload supporting documents, and select Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program during the application; for PhD some steps may differ. Complete the AUB Financial Aid Application for PhD consideration where required.