University of Pretoria MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2025/2026

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Pretoria offers a full scholarship to selected African students pursuing postgraduate study at UP. It includes financial support for tuition, accommodation, books, a monthly stipend, and travel costs, with emphasis on leadership, community service, and academic excellence. Graduates are expected to return to their home countries after completing their studies to contribute to their communities.

Full tuition, accommodation, books and materials allowance, monthly stipend, travel costs

Open to candidates from Africa who are seeking undergraduate or postgraduate diploma study and who demonstrate financial need and strong academic potential.

Applicants must have provisional admission to the University of Pretoria and apply online to a master's degree program; submit the MCFSP application with supporting documents to the provided email.