Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Cambridge 2027–2028
University of Cambridge + Mastercard Foundation
A comprehensive scholarship for eligible African applicants undertaking an eligible full-time Master’s at the University of Cambridge.
Last checked 19 September 2026
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At a glance
- Funding / main benefit
- Course fees
- Deadline
- 8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027, depending on course
- Duration
- Not stated
- Location / format
- Not stated
- Career stage
- Master's
- Geographic eligibility
- Not stated
About the opportunity
A comprehensive scholarship for eligible African applicants undertaking an eligible full-time Master’s at the University of Cambridge.
Is this for me?
Best suited to: African graduates applying to an eligible Cambridge Master’s
Uganda relevance: Uganda-specific eligibility is not confirmed. Check the funder's nationality, residence and affiliation rules.
What the opportunity provides
- Course fees
- Living allowance
- Visa and Immigration Health Surcharge
- Travel
- Laptop
- Programme support and leadership network
Not covered / excluded
- Master of Accountancy
- MBA
- Master of Corporate Law
- Master of Finance
Eligibility checklist
- Geography: Citizen of an African country and normally resident in Africa under programme criteria.
- Study: Bachelor’s degree and eligibility for a full-time Master’s course.
- Commitment: Community commitment and alignment with sustainability or climate-resilience goals.
- Age: No upper age limit.
How to apply
- 01
Select an eligible Cambridge course
- 02
Check its exact funding deadline
- 03
Apply through Cambridge postgraduate admissions
- 04
Opt into funding and select the scholarship where eligible
- 05
Complete the scholarship statement
Relevant Methods Bench resources
- Grant Application Tracker →
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Sources and verification
Last checked: 19 September 2026.
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