{"id":1612,"date":"2026-05-03T10:17:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T10:17:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/study.sudancareer.com\/?p=1612"},"modified":"2026-05-03T10:17:19","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T10:17:19","slug":"apply-now-mastercard-foundation-scholars-program-at-makerere-university-2026-2027","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/study.sudancareer.com\/?p=1612","title":{"rendered":"Apply Now: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University 2026\/2027"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you an ambitious African youth seeking a <strong>fully funded scholarship<\/strong> to jumpstart your career? The prestigious <strong>Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University<\/strong> has officially opened applications for the 2026\/2027 academic year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-42\">This transformative partnership, which began in 2013, aims to empower the next generation of African leaders by providing high-quality university education to those facing financial barriers<sup><\/sup>. With a new phase extending from <strong>2024 to 2034<\/strong>, the program is set to deepen its impact across Sub-Saharan Africa<sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0cb60124c15ca8197deb3f64813600c0\"><strong>Scholarship Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-43\">For the 2026\/2027 intake, Makerere University is offering a total of <strong>258 scholarships<\/strong><sup><\/sup>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>245 Undergraduate Scholarships<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>13 Master\u2019s Scholarships<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-46\">The goal is to support 1,000 young people in accessing quality education that leads to <strong>dignified and fulfilling work<\/strong><sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-338df65a4cf26d56a5b13457e06fb6f9\"><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To qualify for this <strong>international scholarship in Uganda<\/strong>, applicants must meet the following requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nationality &amp; Status:<\/strong> Must be from Sub-Saharan Africa. Categories include Refugees, IDPs, young persons with disabilities, international students, and youth from underrepresented or minority communities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Need:<\/strong> Must demonstrate significant financial constraints that limit access to higher education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Leadership:<\/strong> Must show a proven track record in leadership or community service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Academic History:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Undergraduate:<\/strong> Must have completed high school or a diploma (Second Class\/Credit) in an African country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Masters:<\/strong> Must have completed an undergraduate degree in an African country.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Age Limit:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Undergraduate:<\/strong> 28 years or younger (32 for refugees\/IDPs\/PWDs).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Masters:<\/strong> 35 years or younger (40 for refugees\/IDPs\/PWDs).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Admission:<\/strong> You must have already applied for admission to Makerere University Main Campus under the private sponsorship scheme for 2026\/2027.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a0314a3af40701f1da3529e8260000ac\"><strong>Priority Degree Programmes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The scholarship prioritizes specific fields of study designed to drive African development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>High-Value Masters Programs<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-55\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>STEM:<\/strong> M.Sc. Computer Science, M.Sc. Information Science.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Health:<\/strong> M.Med in Pediatrics, M.Med in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Business:<\/strong> MBA, M.A. Economic Policy Management.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Law &amp; Social Science:<\/strong> Master of Laws (LLM), Master of Social Work.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Undergraduate Fields of Study<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-56\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Engineering:<\/strong> Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Software Engineering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Agriculture:<\/strong> Food Science, Agribusiness, and Environmental Science.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Medicine:<\/strong> Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Nursing, and Biomedical Engineering.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Technology:<\/strong> Information Systems and Technology, Actuarial Science.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-84e154677e126126dc6dd640469a9367\"><strong>How to Apply (Step-by-Step)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-57\">Applying for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship is <strong>completely free of charge<\/strong><sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Access the Portal:<\/strong> Visit the official <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.mastercardfoundation.mak.ac.ug\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Online Application Portal<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use a Computer:<\/strong> The university strongly recommends using a computer rather than a mobile device for a seamless application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare Documents:<\/strong> Have your academic transcripts, refugee identity cards (if applicable), and leadership certificates ready.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Submit Before Deadline:<\/strong> The closing date is <strong>Friday, 5th June 2026, at 11:59 PM EAT<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-61\"><strong>Contact for Inquiries:<\/strong> If you have questions, contact the scholarship office at <strong>+256 700-716-128<\/strong> or email <strong>info@mastercardfdn.mak.ac.ug<\/strong><sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-vivid-cyan-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3394e633165d06dea5a7e4f96e3315c3\"><strong>Why Choose Makerere University?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"p-rc_52dcf12cbbd7d249-62\">Makerere University is one of Africa&#8217;s oldest and most prestigious institutions. Through the Mastercard Foundation partnership, scholars don&#8217;t just receive tuition; they join a community built on <strong>Humility, Listening, Kindness, and Co-Creation<\/strong><sup><\/sup>. This is your chance to gain a world-class education and become a result-oriented leader<sup><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don&#8217;t miss the June 5th deadline! Share this with a talented student who deserves this opportunity.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/mastercardfoundation.mak.ac.ug\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you an ambitious African youth seeking a fully funded scholarship to jumpstart your career? The prestigious Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University has officially opened applications for the 2026\/2027 academic year. 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