{"id":256,"date":"2026-02-23T05:03:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T05:03:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mox.scholars.co.tz\/?p=256"},"modified":"2026-02-23T05:03:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T05:03:59","slug":"2026-mastercard-foundation-scholarship-at-arizona-state-university-fully-funded-for-africans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scholars.co.tz\/mox\/2026\/02\/23\/2026-mastercard-foundation-scholarship-at-arizona-state-university-fully-funded-for-africans\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at Arizona State University: Fully Funded for Africans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-path-to-node=\"3\">2026 Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at Arizona State University: Fully Funded for Africans<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\">The <b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"4\">Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Arizona State University (ASU)<\/b> is a prestigious opportunity designed to develop the next generation of ethical leaders in Africa. For the 2026-2027 academic cycle, the program is offering <b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"234\">30 fully-funded scholarships<\/b> to young African professionals.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5\">This scholarship is not just about financial aid; it is a holistic program that provides leadership training, mentorship, and career support, specifically focusing on fields like <b data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"179\">EdTech, Supply Chain Management, and Global Leadership.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"7\">Scholarship Summary<\/h2>\n<table data-path-to-node=\"8\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Category<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Host Institution<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\">Arizona State University (ASU), USA<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Partner<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\">Mastercard Foundation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Level of Study<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\">Master\u2019s Degree &amp; Graduate Certificates<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Eligible Countries<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\">All African Countries<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Slots Available<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\">30 for the 2026\/2027 intake<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Deadline<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<td><span data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">March 8, 2026<\/b><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"10\">What Does the Scholarship Cover?<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"11\">The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship is famous for being &#8220;Full-Ride.&#8221; If selected, you will receive:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"12\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Full Tuition Fees:<\/b> 100% coverage for your program at ASU.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Accommodation &amp; Housing:<\/b> All costs for living on or off-campus (as per program requirements).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Travel Costs:<\/b> Round-trip airfare from your home country to the USA.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Monthly Stipend:<\/b> A generous living allowance to cover meals and personal expenses.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Visa &amp; Logistics:<\/b> Full support for the U.S. student visa application process.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Laptop &amp; Books:<\/b> Provision of necessary technology and learning materials.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">English Proficiency Fees:<\/b> Costs for exams like TOEFL or IELTS (if required).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"14\">Program Structure &amp; Career Experience<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"15\">A unique feature of the 2026 ASU-Mastercard program is its integration with the <b data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"80\">Baobab Platform<\/b>.<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"16\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Hands-on Experience:<\/b> Scholars have the opportunity to work part-time with the Baobab team, gaining professional skills in implementing strategic objectives for Africa\u2019s digital learning landscape.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Leadership Curriculum:<\/b> Beyond classroom work, scholars undergo rigorous leadership development and individual coaching.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"18\">Eligibility Criteria for 2026<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"19\">To ensure your application is considered, you must meet the following:<\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"20\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Citizenship:<\/b> Must be a citizen of an African country.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Age Limit:<\/b> Applicants must be between <b data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\">18 and 33 years old<\/b> by the application deadline.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Academic Status:<\/b> Must have completed an undergraduate degree by <b data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\">July 2026<\/b>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Prior Education:<\/b> You must <b data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"26\">not<\/b> have already earned a Master&#8217;s degree.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Leadership Record:<\/b> Demonstrated history of community service and ethical leadership.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"20,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Financial Need:<\/b> Must show that your financial resources are insufficient to fund graduate studies in the USA.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"22\">Available Fields of Study<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"23\">For the 2026 cycle, scholarships are prioritized for programs that drive innovation and development in Africa, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"24\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Graduate Certificate in Foundations of Supply Chain Management.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Graduate Certificate in Global Management, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"24,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Master\u2019s in Supply Chain Management or Leadership Management<\/b> (for selected participants).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-path-to-node=\"26\">How to Apply: Step-by-Step Procedure<\/h2>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"27\">Unlike many other scholarships, at ASU, you <b data-path-to-node=\"27\" data-index-in-node=\"44\">apply for the scholarship first<\/b> before applying for university admission.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"28\">Step 1: Scholarship Application<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"29\">Visit the ASU Mastercard Foundation Scholars website and complete the scholarship application form. You will need to write essays detailing your leadership experience and your vision for Africa.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"30\">Step 2: Submission Options<\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"31\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"31,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"31,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Online:<\/b> Submit via the official application portal.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"31,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"31,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Offline (Limited Internet):<\/b> If you have poor internet access, you can download the application form and email it to <code data-path-to-node=\"31,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"116\">mastercardfdnscholars@asu.edu<\/code>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"32\">Step 3: The Interview<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"33\">Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a video or phone interview to assess their fit for the program and their commitment to returning to Africa.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"34\">Step 4: University Admission<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"35\">If you are successful in the scholarship interview, the Mastercard Foundation team will assist you with the formal admission process to Arizona State University, including paying for your application fees.<\/p>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"37\">Important Reminder<\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"38\">Ensure all your documents (transcripts, certificates, and essays) are ready before the <b data-path-to-node=\"38\" data-index-in-node=\"87\">March 8, 2026<\/b> deadline. Late applications are strictly not accepted.<\/p>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"39\"><b data-path-to-node=\"39\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Official Link:<\/b> <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/scholarships.asu.edu\/mastercardfoundation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwi6wPLl3-6SAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ9gE\">ASU Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2026 Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at Arizona State University: Fully Funded for Africans The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Arizona State University (ASU) is a prestigious opportunity designed to develop the next generation of ethical leaders in Africa. For the 2026-2027 academic cycle, the program is offering 30 fully-funded scholarships to young African professionals. 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