SCHOLARSHIP OVERVIEW
University: University of Pretoria in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation
Country: South Africa
Degree Levels: Master’s Degree
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Eligible Nationalities: All International Students
Application Deadline:African Students
About the University of Pretoria
The University of Pretoria (UP) is one of South Africa’s top institutions, known for excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. With a commitment to social impact and leadership development, UP provides the ideal environment for Mastercard Scholars to grow and become changemakers in Africa.
Financial Benefits
The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025 at UP is fully funded and includes:
- Full Tuition Fees
- Accommodation expenses
- Living and maintenance allowance
- Work-based placements & mentorship opportunities
- Leadership and career development support
List of Available Fields of Study (Master’s Degree)
Applicants can pursue postgraduate degrees in the following faculties:
- Natural and Agricultural Sciences
- Economic and Management Sciences
- Humanities
- Engineering, Built Environment & IT (EBIT)
- Law (Undergraduates: SADC countries only; Postgraduates: All African countries)
- Education
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the University of Pretoria Mastercard Foundation Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of an eligible African country (see list below)
- Be accepted into a Master’s, Honours, or Undergraduate program at UP
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Show leadership potential and community engagement
- Face socio-economic challenges, including those from displaced backgrounds or with disabilities
Eligible African Nationalities
Applicants from the following countries are eligible to apply:
Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Republic of the Congo, DR Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, São Tomé & Príncipe, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How to Apply
- Apply for admission to the University of Pretoria for the 2025 academic year in one of the eligible programs.
- If accepted, submit your application for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship.
- Applicants must provide all required documentation, including:
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of financial need
- Recommendation letters
- Motivation letter highlighting leadership & community service
Application Deadline
30 November 2025
Early applications are strongly encouraged to secure your opportunity.
Why Apply?
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Pretoria equips young African leaders with the tools to drive inclusive development across the continent. With top-tier academic support, mentorship, and career pathways, this is your chance to access transformative education and become a force for good in Africa.
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