MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program - Sciences Po University

The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program aims to provide access to quality and inclusive education to young people from Sub-Saharan Africa.

Scholarship Overview

The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po aims to support 1,450 students and young professionals who demonstrate academic excellence, strong leadership potential, and a commitment to achieving change in Africa. However, these individuals face significant financial barriers that hinder their pursuit of higher education.
Successful applicants receive scholarships and financial aid throughout the two years of their Master’s program.
This program aims to give African students scholarships over the next ten years (2024-2034).

Host School(s)

Field(s) of Study

Any of the Master’s degree programs offered at Sciences Po’s seven Graduate Schools.

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Am I Eligible to Apply?

To apply for this scholarship, you must:

hold citizenship in a country within Sub-Saharan Africa;
have completed or be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program at one of Sciences Po’s institutions of reference or have completed or are currently enrolled in a training foundation or mentoring program offered by a bridging program organization partnering with the MasterCard Foundation;
not already hold or be completing a Master’s degree;
be in genuine need of funding for your higher education;
show commitment to achieving change in Africa, particularly in the areas of public policy and major political, environmental, and societal transitions;
be under the age of 35 when you begin your Master’s program;
be applying for a two-year Master’s program at one of Sciences Po’s seven Graduate Schools.

How do I Apply – Next Steps

Before you are selected for the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program, you must first be accepted into a Master’s program at one of the university’s seven Graduate Schools.
Application for the scholarship and your chosen master’s program is made via a single procedure and platform. The link to the platform is at the website indicated below.

Supporting Documents

All supporting documents required for international graduate admissions to Sciences Po.
Valid photo ID.
Proof of income demonstrating your financial circumstances: tax documents and/or income statements; scholarship certificates; or any other legal document attesting to your financial situation. You must submit at least one document with your application.
Proof of current or past enrolment at one of Sciences Po’s institutions of reference

Closing Date

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