2020 McGill University MasterCard Foundation Scholarships – Canada
2020 McGill University MasterCard Foundation Scholarships – Canada
The McGill University, Canada in conjuction with the MasterCard Foundation Scholars is inviting applications from individuals who are willing to undergo a degree program at the Institution. This scholarship program will provide academically talented, economically disadvantaged young people from Africa with access to quality university education
Application Deadline: 31st January 2020
Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan African countries
To be taken at (country): McGill University Canada
Type: Masters (Non Thesis)
Value Of Scholarship: The MasterCard Foundation Scholars at McGill will receive a holistic set of financial, social, and academic supports throughout their education and during their post-graduate transitions.
Eligibility: To be eligible, applicants must;
- Be admissible to one of the eligible programs at McGill University (see Program List below);
- Have never completed any graduate studies;
- Be nominated by a professor of a recognized Mastercard Foundation Partner University, or;
- Be nominated by a current McGill Professor or Staff Member ( Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program – 2020 Nomination Form.pdf);
- Be a citizen of and have lived a significant part of your life in a Sub-Saharan African Country (see List of Eligible Countries below);
- Have an exceptional record of service and activity in your school and/or community;
- Have an intent to return to your country immediately upon the completion of your degree with the goal of transforming your community through social and economic development;
- Demonstrate that your financial status is in the lowest two quintiles of your country.
Application Process: For further questions about the application and admission process please contact MCF scholars@mcgill.ca
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program – Eligible Masters Programs 2019 (click to download)
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program – List of Eligible Countries (Click to download)
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