The Fully Funded University Of Pretoria MasterCard Scholarships in South Africa is open for African students. The University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation (MCF) is currently offering scholarships for high-achieving African students interested in studying at postgraduate levels, commencing in January 2024. It 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 benefits of the Fully Funded University Of Pretoria MasterCard Scholarships in South Africa are:

1. Full tuition fees

2. Accommodation in a UP residence

3. Meals

4. Books and printed material

5. A modest monthly stipend

6. Medical aid (Ingwe only)

7. Travel costs (one return trip for the duration of the study period)

8. Cost of one visa application for the duration of the study period.

The eligibility criteria for the Fully Funded University Of Pretoria MasterCard Scholarships in South Africa are stated below:

1. Candidates should be citizens of Sub-Saharan African countries.

2. Applicants should come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds and demonstrate financial neediness.

3. Candidates should demonstrate leadership potential and ought to be involved in a giving back project eg. in a community, at school, church, etc

4. Academic excellence is paramount and students have to maintain a high academic average at all times.

5. Candidates need to be first-time applicants as first-year students in the degree program.