Opening Soon in Canada: MasterCard University of British Columbia Scholarship 2025. Important Information. The University of British Columbia (UBC) MasterCard Scholarship 2025 is a fully funded opportunity for young, driven African students who are passionate about growth and development. Below are the details:
| Scholarship Name | Awarding Institution | Deadline | Grant Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| MasterCard University of British Columbia (UBC) Scholarship 2025 | University of British Columbia (UBC) | Opens: August 30th, 2024 Closes: October 31st, 2024 | Fully Funded |
Application Deadline:
- The application period opens on August 30th, 2024, and closes on October 31st, 2024.
About the University of British Columbia (UBC) MasterCard Scholarship 2025 for African Students:
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC is a decade-long initiative supporting a total of 163 scholars, including 77 undergraduates and 35 master’s students.
Launched in 2013, the program started with five undergraduate students and, by 2018, had grown to include over 70 Mastercard Foundation Scholars on the UBC campus.
Eligible Fields:
- All academic fields are eligible.
Type:
- Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree and be 35 years old or younger.
- Be a citizen or refugee of a Sub-Saharan African country with significant life experience there.
- Demonstrate economically disadvantaged financial circumstances and have excelled academically under difficult conditions.
- Exhibit leadership potential and a commitment to giving back to the community.
- Require a Canadian study permit and not have claimed or intend to claim asylum in Canada.
- Plan to return to Africa after completing a Master’s degree at UBC’s Vancouver campus.
Eligible Countries:
- Sub-Saharan African countries.
Award Location:
- Canada
Number of Awards:
- Not specified
Benefits of the Award:
Recipients of the scholarship will receive the following benefits:
- Full coverage of tuition and books.
- Flights and immigration support.
- Room and board.
- Stipends for living expenses.
- Health insurance.
- Access to career services and support.
- Connection to a global Mastercard Foundation alumni network.
- Social Entrepreneurship Fund for scholars who wish to start a venture back in Africa.
Duration of the Award:
- Duration is unspecified.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants can apply by visiting the official scholarship webpage.
For More Information:
Visit the official award webpage for further details.
