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University of Cape Town Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

Mastercard Foundation

Comprehensive scholarship and development programme for academically talented young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa studying at the University of Cape Town.

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Study inSouth Africa
DegreeUndergraduate · Eligible postgraduate programmes
FundingFully funded
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Fields of study Eligible study areas
Eligible UCT programmes
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Decision first

Can you apply?

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Eligible applicant nationality Targets academically talented young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa under programme eligibility rules.
Academic minimum Must meet admission requirements for the relevant UCT degree programme.
English requirement Must meet UCT admission/language requirements.
Application route Separate scholarship application
Likely fit signals
  • You are looking for Undergraduate or Eligible postgraduate programmes funding.
  • Your intended study area is related to Eligible UCT programmes.
  • Your citizenship / nationality satisfies the stated applicant rule.
  • Your prior academic background meets the stated degree requirement.
Review carefully
  • Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
  • Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.
Funding package

Funding & benefits

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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides comprehensive scholarship support to cover your tuition fees, accommodation on UCT’s campuses, basic living expenses, applying for a study visa, medical aid, and travel from your home to campus.

Study options

Eligible programmes & fields

Eligible UCT programmes
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ScholarshipFrontier is continuing to check the provider’s official programme information. The verified fields above can still be used for an initial subject-fit check; confirm the final eligible degree on the official source before applying.

Overview

About the scholarship

Comprehensive scholarship and development programme for academically talented young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa studying at the University of Cape Town.

Depending on the award tier or route, verified benefits include Full tuition coverage, travel support. The opportunity currently maps to study areas including Eligible UCT programmes. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements

  • The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides comprehensive scholarship support to cover your tuition fees, accommodation on UCT’s campuses, basic living expenses, applying for a study visa, medical aid, and travel from your home to campus.
  • The Scholars Program provides academic and peer support to ensure your academic development, growth, and success. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UCT also includes a series of skills programmes aimed at developing:
  • Must meet admission requirements for the relevant UCT degree programme.
  • Must meet UCT admission/language requirements.
  • Targets academically talented young leaders from Sub-Saharan Africa under programme eligibility rules.
Applicant fit

Should you apply?

Likely a good fit if

  • You are looking for Undergraduate or Eligible postgraduate programmes funding.
  • Your intended study area is related to Eligible UCT programmes.
  • Your citizenship / nationality satisfies the stated applicant rule.
  • Your prior academic background meets the stated degree requirement.
  • You can satisfy the stated English-language requirement.
  • You want a fully funded route rather than tuition-only support.
  • You are prepared to study in South Africa.

Review carefully if

  • Applicants who do not hold the required prior degree/background may not be eligible.
  • Applicants who cannot meet the stated language requirement should review the official waiver/rule carefully.

This is a factual screening summary based on the verified eligibility information above; the awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.

How to apply

Application process

Application methodApply to UCT and complete the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program process when the 2027 application window opens.
University admission first?Yes
Separate scholarship application?Yes

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Source verification

Official sources & verification

ScholarshipFrontier checks official scholarship, admissions and programme pages and keeps source evidence separate from the public summary.

Official sources last checked: 17 Aug 2026

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program — Scholarship Overview Primary official source Primary official programme source Primary evidence
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