Earth University Mastercard Scholarship Program for African Students 2025

EARTH University is honored to partner with The Mastercard Foundation to provide the Mastercard Earth University Scholarship to young leaders from disadvantaged communities around the globe.Through the partnership, which forms part of The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, The Foundation will provide 120 scholarships to EARTH students.

Approximately one-third of the scholars will come from Sub-Saharan Africa and the rest from Latin America and the Caribbean.This scholarship program offers young people the opportunity to be part of EARTH’s extraordinary learning environment.The scholars will become leaders who will make significant contributions to agricultural and economic initiatives in their countries.

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars will be engaged in a culture of philanthropy and volunteerism, encouraging them to transition from being beneficiaries to benefactors and active contributors in their communities.

The program also integrates complementary supports such as mentoring, career counseling, service learning opportunities and internships.

• Table of Content
• About MasterCard Foundation
• Mastercard Foundation/ Earth University Scholarship Program
• Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation/ Earth University Scholarship Program
• Requirements for Mastercard Foundation/ Earth University Scholarship Program Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• 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

Mastercard Foundation/ Earth University Scholarship Program

Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation/ Earth University Scholarship Program

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.

Requirements for Mastercard Foundation/ Earth University Scholarship Program Qualification

 Applicants must:

• Be a resident and a graduating high school student of a country within Sub-Saharan Africa;
• 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);

Documents Required for Application

• A completed online application – all applicable sections must be filled out, including contact information, financial information, personal details and responses to essay questions.
• Financial documents – upload a scanned copy of financial documentation.
• Transcript – upload a scanned copy of your secondary school transcript and any other academic information.
• Two references – provide the names and contact details of two individuals who will serve as your referees.

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Mandela Washington Fellowship for Africans 2027 (Fully Funded to USA)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

• The first step to receiving a scholarship from this program is to apply to EARTH.
• Recipients of The Mastercard Foundation scholarships meet all of EARTH’s selection criteria.
• As part of the partnership agreement, we seek to award these scholarships to qualified candidates whose financial circumstances would otherwise prevent them from attending university.
• Approximately one-third of the scholars will come from Sub-Saharan Africa and the rest from Latin America and the Caribbean.
• Please note that thanks to the support of many foundations, governments, private companies, and individuals around the globe, EARTH is able to provide financial aid to all of its students, with approximately 60 percent of students receiving full scholarships.

For more details,visit Earth University webpage