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University of Pretoria Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

Mastercard Foundation

Comprehensive scholarship and leadership programme at the University of Pretoria for academically talented African students who meet admission and programme criteria.

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Study inSouth Africa
DegreeUndergraduate · Eligible postgraduate programmes
FundingFully funded
Deadline31 Oct 2026
Fields of study Eligible study areas
Eligible University of Pretoria fields
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Decision first

Can you apply?

Use these captured criteria for a quick screening check. Missing information is shown as unverified rather than guessed.

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Eligible applicant nationality Programme is designed for eligible African students meeting Mastercard Foundation and University of Pretoria criteria.
Academic minimum Must meet admission requirements for an eligible University of Pretoria programme.
English requirement Must meet the University of Pretoria language/admission 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 University of Pretoria fields.
  • 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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Full tuition coverage

Study options

Eligible programmes & fields

Eligible University of Pretoria fields
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Overview

About the scholarship

Comprehensive scholarship and leadership programme at the University of Pretoria for academically talented African students who meet admission and programme criteria.

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

Timeline

Key dates

Application deadline31 October 2026
Requirements

Eligibility requirements

  • Must meet admission requirements for an eligible University of Pretoria programme.
  • Must meet the University of Pretoria language/admission requirements.
  • Programme is designed for eligible African students meeting Mastercard Foundation and University of Pretoria criteria.
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 University of Pretoria fields.
  • 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 methodSecure/submit University of Pretoria admission as required and complete the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program application process.
University admission first?Yes
Separate scholarship application?Yes

Apply for admission to an eligible University of Pretoria programme
Complete the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program application
Submit required supporting documents by 31 October 2026

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Source verification

Official sources & verification

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Official sources last checked: 17 Aug 2026

The Mastercard Foundation Application Process at UP Primary official source Primary official programme source Primary evidence How to Apply Application evidence
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