Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program At African Leadership University 2026

Aimed at enabling the most promising young leaders from across Africa to access an ALU education, despite financial adversity or economic hardship. The program implements a full scholarship programme and places particular emphasis on young women, refugees, and differently-abled young Africans.

Applications to ALU are now open! Our application process is designed to help you explore and unlock your creativity and discover what makes you a leader. We are looking for students that are excited by the possibility of shaping their own future, not at some point, but today. We are looking for students who want to change the world. Are you one of them?

• Table of Content
• About MasterCard Foundation
• Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program At African Leadership University
• Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program At African Leadership University
• Requirements for Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program At African Leadership University 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

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program At African Leadership University

Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program At African Leadership University

The program implements a full scholarship programme

Scholarships and grants are available to those with significant financial need.

Requirements for Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program At African Leadership University Qualification

To be eligible to apply for any Financial aid at ALU, one must first meet the Admissions requirements. If eligible for admission to ALU, an applicant will be required to provide additional information during their application which will be used to determine their eligibility for any of the financial aid offerings available at the time.

1. Applicants must be otherwise unable to afford ALU tuition with any other form of aid. Individuals must demonstrate financial need and socio-economic disadvantage, which acceptable supporting documents can verify.
2. Aged 26 and below. Individuals meeting the following descriptions are especially encouraged to apply;
   • Female
   • Refugees and displaced individuals
   • Individuals with physical or learning disabilities
3. Be academically strong with clear potential to thrive at ALU
   • Meet ALU admission criteria
   • Strong National Exam Scores of at least a B
4. Applicants must demonstrate the following qualities;
   • Strong leadership potential 
   • Active contributors in their communities and commitment to leverage this opportunity to give back to their communities

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Tony Elumelu Foundation African Entrepreneurship Programme 2026

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Here’s what our 3-step application process entails:

Stage 1 – Introduction: This first step is a basic form to tell us a bit about who you are.

Stage 2 – Additional Information Section: On successful completion of the Introduction, you will be asked to provide additional information and upload required documents to support your ALU application.

Stage 3 – Finances: This final stage will help you to understand the financial contribution you will need to make in order to support your ALU studies. Additionally, you will find out if you qualify to apply for ALU financial aid.

For more details,visit African Leadership University scholarship webpage