Mastercard Foundation (MCF) Scholarship At The University of Pretoria (UP) [Fully Funded]

Application Deadline: 18 September 2020

Overview:
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) targets academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Africa who will contribute to the transformation of the continent through their knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values evidenced by their leadership. Community service and internships are essential components of the Program.



The University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation (MCF) offers a full scholarship to selected students who have been provisionally admitted to study towards a postgraduate degree at UP.

Scholarship Benefit:
If your application is successful, the Program will cover the following:

• Full tuition fees
• Accommodation and meals in a UP residence or UP-accredited accommodation
• A modest monthly stipend
• Textbooks and printed material
• Medical aid cover for the duration of the study
• VISA costs
• Reasonable travel costs (including flight ticket) to and from your home
• Leadership development opportunities
• Academic advising and counseling support 

Scholarship Eligibility:

• In order to apply for the scholarship, you MUST have been admitted into a degree at UP. You will need your student number to complete the MCFSP application, which must be accompanied by your academic records and other supporting documents as outlined in the application form.
• Be sure to include documents that support what your family, guardian, or foster
• parents can afford to pay. Examples of such documentation include bank
• statements, payslips, and loan documents.
• Only students admitted to full-time study at UP will be considered for the scholarship.
• Only prospective students who cannot afford to pay the full fees are eligible to apply. Do not apply for funding if you or your parents, guardian, or foster parents can afford the full tuition fees.
• All the information provided must be accurate and true. Any falsification of
• information on the application form may result in disqualification from consideration for a scholarship.

Application Process:

• You may apply online at www.up.ac.za/apply.
• Postgraduate applicants are required to have their certificates verified by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Please visit www.saqa.org.za
• Download application forms for the MCFSP from www.up.ac.za/mcfsp

For More Info Check The MCFSP Website