African students seeking world-class postgraduate education now have an exceptional opportunity through the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po. This fully funded initiative supports talented young Africans who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a deep commitment to contributing to the social and economic transformation of their communities and the continent at large.

In partnership with Sciences Po, one of Europe’s top universities in the social sciences, the Mastercard Foundation provides scholars with comprehensive financial support, mentorship, and leadership development. The program aims to empower future African leaders by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and global exposure needed to design sustainable solutions and drive meaningful change across Africa. REGISTER NOW FOR DEUTSCH CLASS AT MK DEUTSCH ACADEMY! Both Physical and online classes are available for your convenience

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS
• Full tuition coverage for the entire Master’s program
• Living allowance and housing support
• Round-trip travel costs
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Academic and professional mentorship throughout the program

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
• Applicant must be a citizen of an African country
• Must be under the age of 35 at the time of application
• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution
• Must demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to positive social change
• Admission to a Sciences Po Master’s program is required before scholarship consideration

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
The scholarship covers Master’s programs in key fields such as:
• Public Policy
• International Affairs
• Economics
• Law
• Environmental Studies

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
• Academic transcripts
• Bachelor’s degree certificate
• Two recommendation letters
• Proof of financial need
• Statement of purpose or motivation letter

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
1. Apply and secure admission to a Master’s program at Sciences Po.
2. Once admitted, eligible African applicants will be automatically considered for the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program.
3. Submit all required documents before the application deadline.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Early preparation is key, missing documents such as transcripts or recommendation letters can lead to disqualification.
• Applicants are encouraged to begin assembling their application materials as soon as possible.
• Visit the official website to learn more and apply via link at the bottom of this page

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APPLICATION DEADLINE
Deadline: 4 January 2026


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