African Leadership University Mastercard Scholarship 2026 - Fully Funded

South AfricaAfrican Leadership University Mastercard
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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
South Africa
Region
Africa
Institution
African Leadership University Mastercard
Study level
Master's
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

The Mastercard Foundation provides fully funded undergraduate scholarships in collaboration with African Leadership University (ALU). Tuition, housing, living expenses, travel, and study supplies, including a laptop, are all covered by the ALU Mastercard Scholarship.

This scholarship is intended to help gifted young Africans who are struggling financially so they can attend a top-notch ALU. ALU is renowned for its cutting-edge approach to education, which empowers students to take control of their education by fusing academic study with practical experience.

Since the relationship began, 768 Mastercard Foundation Scholars have registered at ALU, demonstrating the university’s strong commitment to inclusiveness. Of these, 68% are women, 19% are refugees or displaced youth, and roughly 1% are students with disabilities.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a citizen of an African nation
  • Show that you truly need the money.
  • Despite financial difficulties, have a high capacity for leadership.
  • Be dedicated to the continent of Africa’s growth
  • Apply to African Leadership University’s (ALU) undergraduate or graduate programs..

Mastercard Foundation is the host organization.

Study Location: Africa

Scholarship Type: Scholarships for Undergraduates

Countries in Africa are eligible.

Benefits of the scholarship include full funding, living stipends, travel expenses, a laptop, and lodging.

Language Requirement: IELTS is not necessary.

Benefits

  • Complete reimbursement for tuition
  • A living allowance is given.
  • Covered travel expenses
  • Free lodging
  • A laptop was supplied.
  • Among the study materials were

Deadline: March 1, 2026

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Requirements & preparation

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Eligibility criteria

17 requirements to review

  • Be a citizen of an African nation.
  • Show that you truly need the money.
  • Despite financial difficulties, have a high capacity for leadership.
  • Be dedicated to the continent of Africa’s growth.
  • Apply to African Leadership University’s (ALU) undergraduate or graduate programs..
  • Mastercard Foundation is the host organization.
  • Study Location: Africa.
  • Scholarship Type: Scholarships for Undergraduates.
  • Countries in Africa are eligible.
  • Benefits of the scholarship include full funding, living stipends, travel expenses, a laptop, and lodging.
  • Language Requirement: IELTS is not necessary.

Benefits :.

  • Full tuition fee coverage.
  • A living allowance is given.
  • Covered travel expenses.
  • Free lodging.
  • A laptop was supplied.
  • Among the study materials were.

Benefits & funding

5 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Complete reimbursement for tuition
  • A living allowance is given.
  • Covered travel expenses

Free lodging

  • A laptop was supplied.
  • Among the study materials were

Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationJan 12, 2026
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

South Africa · Africa

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