Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program at the African Leadership University (ALU)

Overview

The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program at the African Leadership University offers fully funded educational opportunities for talented young individuals from Africa who experience financial barriers. This initiative supports high-impact students as they pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies to cultivate skills that foster meaningful transformation across the continent. Launched in 2020 through a collaboration between the Mastercard Foundation and the African Leadership University, the program aligns with a broader strategy to place millions of African youth into dignified and fulfilling employment by 2030. The African Leadership University provides a distinct learning model where students declare missions instead of conventional majors to concentrate on solving real-world challenges.

Who can apply

This program is intended for young Africans who exhibit leadership capabilities alongside demonstrated financial need. Priority for the scholarships is directed toward young women, refugees, displaced youth, and persons with disabilities.

What you get

Selected participants receive a fully funded scholarship covering financial aid for their studies. The educational experience centers on practical application, peer learning, entrepreneurial development, and systems-thinking skills within an accredited institution.

How to apply

Applications are open and ongoing. Interested individuals must submit their applications directly through the official university portal. The institution does not charge any application fees, does not utilize agents, and warns against any entities requesting payment to facilitate the application process.