2025 MasterCard Foundation Scholarship at Makerere University | Fully Funded

Host Country: Uganda
Study Location: Africa
Eligible Countries: All African Nations
Category: Undergraduate & Postgraduate Scholarships
Deadline: June 6, 2025
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded (No IELTS Required)

Applications are now open for the 2025 MasterCard Foundation Scholarship at Makerere University, Uganda. This prestigious, fully funded scholarship supports academically talented, economically disadvantaged African students in pursuing undergraduate and master’s degrees.

About the Scholarship

The MasterCard Foundation has renewed its partnership with Makerere University for a second phase of its Scholars Program running from 2023 to 2034. Over this period, 1,000 scholarships will be awarded for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the university’s main campus.

This initiative aims to develop the next generation of African leaders who will drive change in their communities.

Scholarship Benefits

Selected scholars will receive:

Full tuition coverage

Accommodation at Makerere University

Meals and essential supplies

A laptop computer

Monthly living stipend

Health insurance

Travel costs (one return flight during the study period)

Visa processing fees (once per study period)

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the MasterCard Foundation Scholarship, applicants must:

Undergraduate Applicants:

Have completed Advanced Level education (or equivalent) in an African country

Be under 28 years old at the time of application

Master’s Applicants:

Hold a bachelor’s degree obtained in an African country

Be under 35 years old at the time of application

Special Consideration for Refugees and Persons with Disabilities:

Refugee applicants must provide official proof of status

Maximum age for undergraduates: 32 years

Maximum age for master’s: 40 years

All applicants must:

Be eligible for admission into Makerere University

Demonstrate leadership skills and community service experience

Not be recipients of any other scholarship

Required Documents

Completed Application Form

Recent passport photograph

Copy of National ID or Passport

Certified academic transcripts and certificates

Motivation letter (max 500 words) for master’s applicants

Hand-drawn map of the applicant’s residence/home

Proof of refugee status (if applicable)

How to Apply

1. Apply for admission at Makerere University (Undergraduate or Postgraduate Programme).

2. Visit the MasterCard Foundation Scholarship page at Makerere University

3. Choose the appropriate category (Undergraduate or Postgraduate)

4. Review eligibility and prepare your documents

5. Submit your application:

Online: Via the official application link

Offline: Download the application form, fill it out, attach documents, and:

Hand-deliver to: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Office, Plot 144, Pool Road, Makerere University, Uganda

Or email to: makscholarsapplications@gmail.com