The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UM6P is more than a scholarship; it is a transformational journey designed to empower talented and driven young African students. The program supports individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those from urban and rural communities, young parents, students with disabilities, and refugees or displaced persons. REGISTER NOW for new programs at MK SCHOLARS

Through access to world-class education, leadership development, entrepreneurship training, and a strong Pan-African community, UM6P and the Mastercard Foundation aim to shape inclusive, innovative, and prosperous futures for Africa. Over the next ten years, the program is committed to empowering 575 African scholars, one leader at a time.

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

• Full tuition coverage at UM6P
• Housing and living expenses
• Health insurance
• Annual round-trip flight tickets
• Language training in English and French
• Leadership and career coaching
• Entrepreneurship training and support for startup projects
• International exposure opportunities
• Internships, mentorship, and job-market integration support
• Dedicated support for refugees, displaced students, young mothers, and persons with disabilities
• Access to a lifelong alumni sisterhood and professional network

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• Be a young African 
• Demonstrate strong academic ability and motivation
• Show leadership potential and commitment to social impact
• Have financial need or face barriers to accessing higher education
• Be interested in fields critical to Africa’s development
• Be willing to actively participate in leadership, entrepreneurship, and community initiatives
• Be proficient in English or French, or be willing to improve language skills
• From rural or underserved communities
• Young Africans
• Refugees or displaced persons
• Africans with disabilities

AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

BACHELORS DEGREE:

• Bachelor's  in Medicine  (100% English)
• Bachelor's in Pharmacy  (100% English)
• Bachelor of Science in Applied Sciences and Business (100% Englis)
• Bachelor Hospitality Business and Management (100% English)
• Engineering Degree Program in Computer Science (English)
• Bachelors in Architecture
• Licence Soins Infirmiers, option Infirmier Polyvalent (French)
• Licence en kinésithérapie (French)
• Cycle préparatoire au diplôme d’ingénieur en management industriel (French)
• Licence en Relations Internationales (FGSES)
• Licence en Droit Public (FGSES)
• Licence en Sciences Comportementales et Sociales pour les Politiques Publiques (FGSES)
• Licence en science Politique (FGSES)
• Licence en Économie Appliquée (FGSES)
• Cycle Préparatoire Intégré au Cycle Ingénieur en Computer Sciences (BAC+5)  (French)
• Cycle Préparatoire Intégré au Cycle Ingénieur en Systèmes Agri-Environnementaux (French)
• Cycle Préparatoire Intégré au Cycle Ingénieur en Génie Chimique, Minéralogique et Biotechnologique (French)
• Cycle Ingénieur en Physique Appliquée
• Cycle Ingénieur en Management Industriel (EMINES)
  
  
  MASTERS DEGREE:
• Master Financial Engineering (English)
• Master in Management (English)
• Master's in Business Analytics (English)
• Master's in Technology & Innovation Management (English)
• Master Global Affairs (English & French)
• Master Analyse Économique et Politiques Publiques (English & French)
• Master Behavioral and Social Sciences for Public Policy (English & French)
• Master Economie Quantitative (English & French)
• Master Political Science (English & French)
• Master Ingénierie Électrique pour les Énergies Renouvelables et les Réseaux Intelligents (French)
• Master Technologies Industrielles pour l’Usine du Futur (French)  

• Agriculture
• Engineering
• Architecture
• Computer Science, Data & Artificial Intelligence
• Business & Management
• Hospitality & Tourism
• Economics & Social Sciences
• All Master’s programs at UM6P (GTI, SAP+D, ABS, SCI, FGSES)
• Architecture degree at SAP+D
• Engineering programs (integrated preparatory classes or engineering cycle)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing at ISSBP
• Bachelor’s degrees in Management and Hospitality at SHBM

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Proof of identity (passport or national ID, where available)
• Motivation letter or personal statement
• Curriculum Vitae (if required)
• Any documents requested during UM6P admission

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

 Interested applicants must open the application link at the bottom of this page to start their application.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The program places strong emphasis on African leadership, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement.
• Scholars receive continuous academic mentoring, mental health support, and personalized coaching.
• The Step Up Program provides advanced scientific training, soft skills development, language learning, and cultural exposure.
• Support continues after graduation, including career services, alumni mentoring, homecoming events, and community initiatives.
• The program is exclusively for women to address gender-based barriers and promote equitable access to education and leadership.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

01/05/2026