Application Deadline: January 31st, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Earth University Mastercard Undergraduate Scholarships. Since 2011, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at EARTH University provides educational opportunities to young people from disadvantaged communities in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. In addition to providing scholarships for young leaders, the Program at EARTH integrates services such as mentoring, career counselling, service-learning opportunities, and internships. Following successful completion of EARTH University’s four-year program, the majority of Mastercard Foundation Scholars return to their countries as part of a growing movement of leaders committed to transforming global food systems and contributing to sustainable livelihoods across the continent.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at Earth University, you must:
- be a resident and a graduating high school student of a country within Sub-Saharan Africa or Latin America;
- demonstrate financial need correspondent to that of the lowest two quintiles of your country;
- have very strong academic results within your school system;
- have a record of leadership and extracurricular involvement;
- maintain a strong desire to return to Africa to assist and work towards enhanced regional socioeconomic development;
- be graduating from a recognized secondary school, or have completed the necessary academic requirements; and
- fulfill the necessary English requirements (dependent on country).
Benefits
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Earth University will receive holistic support which includes:
- Tuition and functional fees;
- Laptops, books, and other learning materials;
- Reasonable accommodation and meals;
- Medical insurance;
- Stipend;
- Transport to and from home;
- Access to leadership training;
- Access to entrepreneurial training;
- Psycho-social support, career counseling, and mentorship;
- Disability needs will be reasonably catered for.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- A completed online application
- Three recommendations letters
- Transcripts from the last 3 years of high school.
- High school diploma
- Supporting documents
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Earth University Mastercard Undergraduate Scholarships