Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Do you have what it takes to transform Africa? African students can apply to be Mastercard Foundation Scholars at UP.
Become an instrument of positive change! Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program gives you what it takes to become one.

The Program Design

The University of Pretoria-Mastercard Foundation (UP-Mastercard Foundation) is uniquely designed to provide Scholars with holistic support, including:

Comprehensive scholarships (tuition fees, accommodation, books, stipends, transportation);
Academic support in the chosen programme;
Mentoring and counseling support;
Service and experiential learning (community engagement, transition support);
Entrepreneurship skills;
Leadership skills, and
Alumni connection.

- Author Onalerona Matlawe

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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

Do you have what it takes to transform Africa? African students can apply to be Mastercard Foundation Scholars at UP.

Become an instrument of positive change! Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program gives you what it takes to become one.

The Program Design