Applications are currently open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at Ashesi University in Ghana, offering talented young students from Africa the opportunity to pursue an undergraduate degree with comprehensive financial support. The programme is designed for academically talented students who demonstrate leadership potential and require financial assistance to access quality higher education.Join our Coaching class for the Duolingo English Test

The programme is offered through a partnership between Ashesi University and The Mastercard Foundation. Ashesi University is located in Berekuso, Ghana, and the Scholars Programme provides selected students with financial, academic, leadership and career support throughout their university journey.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme at Ashesi provides comprehensive financial and student support. Benefits include:

·       Full tuition and academic fees

·       Accommodation

·       Meals and living support

·       Books and learning materials

·       Transportation support

·       Living stipend

·       Comprehensive academic and student support

·       Mentoring and leadership development

·       Career counselling and career development

·       Internship and professional development opportunities

·       Support during the transition into university and into the workforce

·       Opportunities for community engagement and giving back to society

Ashesi describes the programme as one of its most comprehensive scholarships, covering fees as well as room and board and providing additional support to help Scholars succeed academically and personally.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Applicants should meet Ashesi University's undergraduate admission requirements and demonstrate the qualities sought by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme.

Applicants must:

·       Be applying for an undergraduate programme at Ashesi University.

·       Demonstrate strong academic potential.

·       Demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to making a positive impact.

·       Require financial assistance to pursue university education.

·       Meet Ashesi University's academic admission requirements.

·       International applicants must provide certified translations of documents that are not in English.

·       International students whose previous education was not conducted in English must provide evidence of English-language proficiency, such as TOEFL or IELTS.

Applicants should note that meeting the university's academic requirements does not automatically guarantee selection for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme, as scholarship selection is competitive.

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

The scholarship is available for undergraduate study at Ashesi University. Ashesi currently offers undergraduate programmes across several academic areas, including:

Business and Economics

·       Business Administration

·       Economics

Computing and Technology

·       Computer Science

·       Management Information Systems

Engineering

·       Electrical/Electronic Engineering

·       Computer Engineering

·       Mechanical Engineering

·       Mechatronic Engineering

Other Undergraduate Opportunities

Applicants should consult Ashesi University's current programme catalogue for the full list of undergraduate programmes available for the 2026/27 academic year.

Ashesi's current admissions system confirms that undergraduate programmes are generally four-year, full-time programmes taught in English.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Applicants should prepare the documents required for Ashesi's undergraduate application, including:

1.     Completed application form

2.     High school transcripts or report cards covering at least six terms

3.     Secondary-school examination results or equivalent qualification

4.     Personal essays/statements required as part of the application

5.     English-language proficiency evidence, where applicable

6.     Certified translations of academic documents that are not in English

7.     Additional supporting documents requested by Ashesi during the application process

International applicants should note that Ashesi requires academic documents submitted in languages other than English to be translated and certified. Students with non-Ghanaian examination results may also be required to have their results validated by Ghana's relevant accreditation authority.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Ashesi University is located in Berekuso, Ghana, and undergraduate programmes are delivered in English. The current Ashesi admissions portal allows applicants to select their citizenship, including Rwanda, so Rwandan students can apply as international applicants.

International applicants should carefully review Ashesi's requirements before submitting an application. The university states that international applicants may need to provide evidence of English proficiency when English was not the language of instruction during secondary school.

Applicants should also be aware that Ashesi charges an application fee for undergraduate applications. The current admissions page lists US$25 for international applicants. However, Ashesi states that scholarship and international applications are not accepted during the Late Admissions period, making it important to apply before the regular deadline.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

16 November 2026 at 11:59 PM GMT


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