Fully Funded Scholarships: 2024 CMU Mastercard Scholarship Programs For Young Africans
The CMU Mastercard Scholarship Programs For Young Africans provides generous financial, social, and academic support for students whose talent and promise exceed their financial resources.
With a vision that education is a catalyst for social and economic change, the program focuses on developing leaders who are transformative, encouraging them to be active contributors in their communities.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Carnegie Mellon University Africa and Mastercard Foundation
- Study Abroad: Study in Africa
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Full scholarship | Living expenses | Health Insurance
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 15, 2023
- Scholarship Alerts: To receive Scholarship Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE
Scholarship Details:
Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Africa and the Mastercard Foundation have partnered to support students whose talent and promise exceed their financial resources.
The graduate students complete their Master of Science degrees in Information Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Engineering Artificial Intelligence. Upon completion of the program, the Scholars go on to lead changes in their communities and contribute to meaningful transformation across the continent.
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Scholarship Requirements:
To be considered for the CMU Mastercard Scholarship Programs, you must have demonstrated the following attributes:
- Academic talent: Scholars value learning and have the drive to complete their education.
- Commitment to giving back: Scholars have demonstrated a commitment to improving their communities.
- Potential to lead: Scholars will become role models, mentors, and change-makers.
In order to be considered for the Scholars Program, students must first be admitted to one of CMU-Africa’s degree programs.
Scholarship Duration and Reward
- The scholarship covers application preparation support, orientation, tuition and fees, health insurance, travel and basic living expenses, project, and entrepreneurship support. Scholars also have access to a range of resources that support their well-being and academic success.
Method of Application
There are two steps to apply to CMU Mastercard Scholarship Programs:
- Submit an online application
- Complete competency tests
Deadline: December 15, 2023
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