Sciences Po Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for African Students 2022

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po aims to support 126 talented African students through their studies and to offer the next generation of leaders a world-class social science education, so they can go on to become changemakers in their home countries.

Over six years (2017 - 2022), the Scholars Program will fund:

• 20 scholarships to complete the Sciences Po Bachelor of Arts programme, Africa specialisation
• 50 scholarships to complete a Master's programme at one of our seven graduate schools
• 60 scholarships reserved for Mastercard Foundation Scholars studying at other partner universities and who would like to attend Sciences Po Summer School.

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

About Sciences Po

Since its creation in 1872, Sciences Po has been an institution in perpetual motion, constantly innovating and pushing back boundaries.

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

Aim and Benefits of Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

These scholarships cover the full cost of tuition fees at Sciences Po and living costs in France during the study .

As well as funding their studies, Sciences Po will offer scholars a specific suite of resources to ensure they have appropriate academic support and to facilitate their transition from education to employment:

• An orientation programme and individualised academic advising throughout their studies at Sciences Po
• A mentor programme offered in collaboration with the Africa Division of Sciences Po Alumni
• Career guidance and support: an online job platform dedicated to professional opportunities in Africa (internships and first jobs), access to our business incubator and the network of employers and alumni working in Africa, and specific career workshops.

Requirements for Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Qualification

The scholarships are awarded to students from sub-Saharan African countries with an outstanding academic record and strong leadership potential, but who face financial and other barriers to higher education.

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

More information on the application and selection process and dates:

• Graduate Candidates
• Summer School Candidates

For more details, visit Sciences Po wesite.

Application Deadlines:

• Master:
  • Apply for the Scholarship before January 25, 2022
  • Apply for your master before January 30, 2022
• Summer School:
  • Apply for the Scholarship before January 31, 2022
  • Apply to the Sciences Po Summer School before February 28, 2022