Call for Applications: Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST 2025 for African Students
Are you a talented student facing financial hardships? The KNUST Mastercard Foundation Scholarship could be your gateway to higher education. This scholarship offers full tuition coverage, accommodation, travel expenses, books, a laptop, and a postgraduate internship for selected candidates.
Program Highlights
The scholarship program goes beyond financial aid. It includes:
- Mentorship and Leadership Training: Develop your skills through ethical leadership seminars, skills training, and personalized mentorship.
- Comprehensive Support: Access services like counseling and career development to ensure your academic success and smooth transition into the workforce.
- Community Engagement: Participate in activities that foster community involvement and global citizenship.
About the Scholarship
The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST (Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology) is designed to empower academically gifted yet economically disadvantaged young people from Ghana and Africa. The program is a collaborative effort between KNUST and the Mastercard Foundation, based in Toronto, Canada.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the KNUST Mastercard Foundation Scholarship, you must:
- Possess valid WASSCE, GBCE, ABCE, GCE O Level, or A Level results from accredited institutions, not older than five years.
- Meet KNUST’s admission requirements.
- Demonstrate critical economic needs.
- Show proven records of leadership and community engagement.
- Priority will be given to females, displaced persons (certified refugees, internally displaced persons), and persons with disabilities.
- Commit to returning and giving back to your community.
- Not be enrolled in any tertiary institution.
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the scholarship will enjoy:
- Full financial support covering tuition, accommodation, learning materials, transportation, and a monthly stipend.
- Access to counseling and career development services.
- Industrial mentorship and career guidance.
- Regular group meetings with other scholars focusing on personal and professional growth.
- Academic mentoring, virtual learning, and tutoring.
- Opportunities to attend leadership congresses, community service activities, and mentorship programs.
- Internships with industry partners for professional development.
- Networking opportunities with the Global Scholars Community as part of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
- Completed application form
- Printout of your application for admission at KNUST (if available)
- Original certificates for senior high school results (WASSCE, GBCE, ABCE, GCE O’Level, A’Level, or their equivalent)
Application Process
- Download the application form.
- Submit the completed form through EMS or any other courier service to:
The Program Manager
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST
No. 1 Africa Hall Road Impact Building
PMB, UPO KNUST, Kumasi AK 315 4897
Ghana
Deadline: May 30, 2025
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This scholarship offers a remarkable opportunity for academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people to access quality education and become transformative leaders in their communities and beyond. Apply now and take the first step toward a brighter future!
Last Modified: 2025-03-04 09:17:49
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