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Are you a bright and ambitious student looking for a life-changing opportunity to pursue a fully funded university education in Ghana? The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) is currently open for applications. This program offers fully funded undergraduate scholarships to academically talented but economically disadvantaged young people from Africa. It supports the vision of developing future leaders who will contribute positively to their communities and the continent as a whole. If you are passionate about education, leadership, and community change, this opportunity could be your stepping stone toward a brighter future.

Located in Kumasi, Ghana, KNUST is one of the top science and technology universities in Africa. It has a strong reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and student support. Through its partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, KNUST is helping young Africans get the quality education they need to solve local and global challenges. Scholars at KNUST not only benefit from tuition-free education but also get support in leadership development, mentoring, and community service engagement. If you're ready to take the next step in your educational journey, apply today! Also, apply for FULLY FUNDED ROMANIAN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS (2025–2026)

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS:
• Full tuition and university fees covered
• Monthly living stipend
• Accommodation and meal support
• Learning materials and laptop provided
• Leadership training and mentoring
• Career development services
• Support for travel expenses (for international students)

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
• Must have completed senior high school with a valid WASSCE, Senior High School Certificate/ result slip, or equivalent results (from 2020 or later)
• Applicants with NO RESULTS in hand are NOT eligible to apply.
• Must have at least six credit passes (A1-C6) in relevant subjects, including English, Mathematics, and Integrated Science
• Must NOT be enrolled in any tertiary institution or have completed one
• Must demonstrate financial need
• Must have a strong academic record and leadership potential
• International applicants must have a valid passport or begin the process of obtaining one
• Must apply separately for admission to KNUST

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS:
Applicants can apply for a wide range of undergraduate degree programs at KNUST in areas such as:

• Science and Technology
• Engineering
• Health Sciences
• Agriculture
• Natural Resources
• Business and Social Sciences

Note: Program availability depends on meeting the university’s cut-off points and subject combinations. While choosing programs of study in your application for admission at KNUST, please be guided by the university's admission requirements. Download the admission requirement brochure via the link

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
• Copy of WASSCE/Senior High School certificate or result slip
• Three reference letters (Academic, Religious, Community Leader)
• Copy of your birth certificate
• Evidence of parents’/guardians’ income (payslips, income estimates, or mobile money statements)
• High school transcripts or terminal reports (last 3 years, if available)
• Copy of valid passport bio data page (for international students)
• Any other relevant supporting documents (certificates, awards, etc.)

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
For International Applicants:

• Download and complete the scholarship application form found at the bottom. Watch how to do it here
• Scan all required documents and the completed application form into a single PDF
• Send the PDF via email to: recruitment.mcf@knust.edu.gh
• Separately apply for admission to KNUST via https://apps.knust.edu.gh/admissions when the admission application portal is opened.

For Ghanaian Applicants:
• Submit your completed application form and documents via courier (EMS/DHL) to:
The Program Manager,
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST,
1 Africa Hall Road, Impact Building, PMB, KNUST, Kumasi, Ghana

Also, watch how to Apply for FULLY FUNDED ROMANIAN GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS (2025–2026)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• All submitted names must match across all documents (results slip, ID, passport, birth certificate, etc.)
• Do not call or email the KNUST MCF Secretariat for application updates
• Selection will be based on academic merit, financial need, and leadership potential
• Applicants must apply early and ensure all documents are submitted properly
• Scholarship award depends on gaining admission to KNUST

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Interested applicants must submit their applications on or before Friday, 30th May 2025.

STEP-BY-STEP APPLICATION PROCESSES:



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