Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University 2026/2027

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University offers scholarships to academically talented young men and women from Sub-Saharan Africa who face social and economic barriers to higher education. The program aims to support 1,000 young people from Africa in accessing quality education and transitioning into dignified work. For the 2026/2027 academic year, 13 master's scholarships are available at Makerere University's Main Campus.

The scholarship provides comprehensive support to enable access to education for students facing financial constraints. While specific benefits like tuition, living expenses, and other allowances are not explicitly detailed, the program's goal to remove barriers implies a fully-funded opportunity.

To be eligible, applicants must be from Sub-Saharan Africa and have completed their undergraduate education in an African country. Ethiopian students are eligible under the "International students" category. Applicants must be experiencing financial difficulties that prevent them from affording graduate education and must not be holding any other scholarship or currently pursuing/have completed a Master's degree. Demonstrated engagement in leadership and/or community service is required. Applicants must be 35 years or younger at the application deadline, with an age limit of 40 years for refugees, Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), and young persons with disabilities. Applicants must have already applied for admission to Makerere University's main campus for the 2026/2027 academic year and must apply for degree programs prioritized by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (specific fields not clearly stated). Refugee applicants must hold a valid Refugee Identity card or Family Attestation documentation.

Applicants need to have applied for admission to Makerere University's main campus for the 2026/2027 academic year. They must provide documentation proving their undergraduate education was completed in an African country, demonstrate financial need, and show evidence of leadership and/or community service. Proof of age is also required. For refugees, a valid Refugee Identity card or Family Attestation documentation is necessary.

Applications must be submitted online through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University's Online Application Portal. You are strongly encouraged to use a computer for the application. It is crucial to first apply for admission to Makerere University's main campus for the 2026/2027 academic year before applying for the scholarship. Applicants should carefully read the application guidelines available on the portal before completing the form.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further selection engagements. For any inquiries or clarifications, you can call the office mobile line at +256 700-716-128 or email [email protected].