Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at EARTH University 2027

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.

Participants in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program meet all of EARTH’s criteria for admission to the University. As part of the partnership agreement, EARTH awards these scholarships to qualified candidates whose financial circumstances would otherwise prevent them from attending university. The first step to receiving a scholarship from this Program is to apply to EARTH.

• Table of Content
• About MasterCard Foundation
• Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at EARTH University
• Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at EARTH University
• Requirements for Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at EARTH University Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at EARTH University
• 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 Scholarship at EARTH University

Application Deadline	31 Jan 2027
Country to study	Costa Rica
School to study	Earth University
Type	Undergraduate
Sponsor	MasterCard Foundation
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at EARTH University

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 Scholarship at EARTH University 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);

Interview date, Process and Venue for Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at EARTH University

Application Dates and Deadlines

Receipt of Admission Forms: October 15th -January 31st

Review of selected profiles and receipt of socioeconomic forms: February 1st - March 15th

Exams and interviews: April

Admissions and migration process: June

Documents Required for Application

• Application form 
• Three Recommendations
• Transcripts from the last 3 years of high school
• Supporting documents

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

Application Deadline

January 31, 2027

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Mastercard Foundation on admissions.earth.ac.cr to apply

Steps to follow 

1. Create your account

2. Complete and submit your application

3. Take the admissions tests

4. Participate in the admissions interview

5. Family socio-economic study 

6. Admissions and migration process

For more details, visit EARTH University Mastercard Foundation Scholarship webpage