The African Leadership University (ALU), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is offering a fully funded scholarship for qualified and promising African students.
The African Leadership University Mastercard Scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, travel costs, living stipends, and study materials (including a laptop).
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Mastercard Foundation
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Travel Costs | Laptop | Accommodation
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: November 1, 2025
Scholarship Details
The African Leadership University Mastercard Scholarship supports young African leaders who are committed to driving positive change on the continent. ALU provides an innovative learning approach designed to empower students to take charge of their learning experience and develop leadership and problem-solving skills.
Since the partnership began, 768 Mastercard Foundation Scholars have been enrolled at ALU, with 68% being female, 19% refugees or displaced persons, and ~1% students with disabilities.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered, applicants must:
- Be African
- Demonstrate financial need
- Show leadership potential
- Be committed to the development of Africa
- Apply for an undergraduate or postgraduate program at ALU
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship covers:
- Tuition Fees
- Living Stipends
- Travel Costs
- Accommodation
- Laptop
- Study Materials
How to Apply
To apply, interested and qualified candidates should:
- Click HERE to access the ALU Scholarship webpage.
- Apply for an undergraduate or postgraduate program at ALU.
- Candidates who complete the application process will be automatically considered for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
Application Deadline: November 1, 2025
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