Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027

Ashesi University and the Mastercard Foundation have been engaged in partnership since the launch of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program in 2012. Ashesi was among the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program’s nine pioneering partners. Hundreds of Mastercard Foundation Scholars have enrolled at Ashesi University since the program started. 

• Table of Content
• About MasterCard Foundation
• Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
• Aim and Benefits of Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
• Requirements for Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About MasterCard Foundation

The Mastercard Foundation is an international non-governmental organization established by Mastercard in 2006. The organization, which is based in Toronto, Ontario, has supported work in 49 countries.In 2018, Mastercard Foundation shifted to a specific focus on Africa, through its Young Africa Works strategy. The foundation develops programs primarily focused on reducing gender and economic inequality, expanding access to quality education, increasing the opportunities for decent work, and supporting overall economic growth.Funding is primaril... continue reading

Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

Aim and Benefits of Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

• The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is one of the most comprehensive at Ashesi covering all fees and costs for room and board as well as learning resources.
• As students at Ashesi, Mastercard Foundation Scholars also receive additional socio-economic support to successfully transition into Ashesi, and subsequently into successful careers. 

Requirements for Ashesi University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Qualification

Undergraduate Admissions Requirements
Applicants must complete the application form and submit with one of the following examination results and high school transcripts:

• West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE); six subjects are used to calculate your standard WASSCE score: Integrated Science, Core Math, Core English and three electives. A minimum grade of C6 in each subject is required to apply.
• Students intending to major in Engineering must have taken Physics and Elective/Further Mathematics.
• Six IGCSE (GCE O-Level) passes including Mathematics, English, and Science are required together with at least three ‘A’ Level passes (with grade A–D)
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
• American/Canadian High School Diploma
• French Baccalaureate (a certified copy of the original score and a certified translated copy in English)
• Other equivalent exam results approved by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission. 

Graduate Admissions Requirements

Applicants for the Master’s in Mechatronic Engineering program with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechatronics, mechanical, electrical, computer, allied engineering, or other related degrees will be considered for the program. Applicants with aforementioned degrees awarded beyond five years as at the time of their application can also apply, if they can show evidence of consistent on-the-job professional development.

Applicants for the Ashesi MBA require a good first degree in any field from a recognized university with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience. Applicants will also be required to write an entrance exam and undergo an interview process.

Applicants for the Intelligent Computing Systems Master’s Program require a good bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related fields (e.g. Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or Information Systems). Other technical bachelor’s degrees with computing and math coursework as part of the degree will also be considered. All applicants must also demonstrate strong proficiency in programming either through coursework or work experience
 

Additional Requirements for International Students

In addition to meeting the standard admissions requirements, applications from international students must meet the following requirements:

• Certified Translation: Transcripts or other supporting documents submitted by international applicants in a language other than English must be translated and certified as copies of the original document(s).
• Evidence of English Language proficiency: International students for whom English was not a language of instruction during high school, must submit evidence of English language proficiency, including but not limited to the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Wageningen University Masters Scholarship to Study in Netherlands 2027/2028

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Applicants do not choose which scholarship they may receive at Ashesi. Based on information in your general scholarship application, the Admissions and Financial Aid Office determines which award – including the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program award – you may receive.

You may apply to Ashesi using the online application portal for either of one of our two intake cycles. Complete your application in the portal as follows:

1. Register on the portal and setup a password for your account.
2. Login to the portal and select the type of application you wish to complete.
3. Follow the instructions and upload all support documents requested. Note that you can save, log off, and log back in to the system over a period of time to complete your application.
4. Once your application is complete, press the “submit” button to complete the process. The admissions committee will not begin evaluating your application until you have pressed the submit button.

Note:

• The admissions committee reviews all submitted applications and invites shortlisted candidates for an interview. A final decision is made on the strength of the application information provided and a personal interview.
• Financial aid awards will be made on the basis of evidence provided and availability of funds.
• You will be notified when a decision has been made.

For more Information, visit Ashesi University Scholarship webpage