Makerere University entered into partnership with The MasterCard Foundation to offer scholars to 1000 bright youth from Africa to study at Makerere University from 2013 to 2024.
A project worth US$21 million is being implemented at Makerere University with the aim of developing the next generation of African leaders and also to promote the strategic objectives of Makerere University and The MasterCard Foundation in contributing to Africas higher education sector and development. The Program recruits both nation and international Scholars at the ratio of 90:10 respectively and female and male scholars at the ratio of 80:20 respectively.
WORTH
The Scholars under The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University receive holistic support as shown below:
- Tuition and functional fees
- Laptops, books and other learning materials
- Accommodation, bedding’s and meals
- Medical insurance
- Stipend
- Transport to and from home
- Psycho-social and mentor-ship.
ELIGIBILITY
In order to be considered for the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University;
- Both males and females are eligible. Applicants must be;
- Academically talented, must value learning and be driven to complete their education.
- Economically disadvantaged and facing significant financial barriers to accessing education.
- Committed to giving back to their own communities once studies are completed.
- Return to their home areas and countries and take a leadership role in promoting social and economic improvement.
- Future leaders committed to embracing ethical leadership to improve the lives of others.
- Commitment to community service through previous and/or past engagements with community outreach activities
- Citizens and residents of all African countries.
- Wanting to study at undergraduate level at Makerere University.
DEADLINE: May 15 2020
To apply and for more information visit here
