University of British Columbia Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2021/2022 for study in Canada (Fully Funded)

 Application Deadline: December 11th 2020 

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is pleased to be partnering with The Mastercard Foundation to foster the next generation of African leaders. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC will provide 163 academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people from Sub-Saharan Africa with access to quality and relevant university education at UBC. After graduating, the scholars will then utilize their learning and experiences to contribute to the economic growth and social transformation of their communities in Africa.

have completed a Bachelor’s degree;
must not already have a graduate or PhD degree;

be 35 years old or younger (i.e. born in 1985 or after);

be a citizen or a refugee of a Sub-Saharan African country;

have lived a significant part of their life in a Sub-Saharan African country;

present economically disadvantaged financial circumstances, and be able to show lack of financial means from family or other sources to pursue graduate education in their home country or elsewhere;

have achieved academic excellence under difficult circumstances and show leadership qualities or potential;
demonstrate an interest in and commitment to giving back to his/her home community in ways that enhance the economic growth and social development of Africa, through engagement in activities in their current profession, university or community;

be a person who requires a Canadian study permit to study in Canada;

commit to returning to Africa in order to apply their training and skills to the betterment of others;

Benefits

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program covers all expenses associated with UBC tuition, housing and food. Scholars also receive a stipend each month to support their lives in Vancouver.

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