The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of British Columbia (UBC) offers comprehensive scholarships for academically talented students from Sub-Saharan Africa to pursue a Master’s degree. This program aims to empower scholars to transform their communities through education and leadership development.
- 🌍 Opportunity: 2025 Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC, Canada, offers fully funded Master’s scholarships for talented students from Sub-Saharan Africa.
- 🎓 Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree completed, ≤35 years old, Sub-Saharan African citizen or refugee, economically disadvantaged, academic excellence, leadership potential, commitment to give back, Canadian study permit required.
- 🏫 Eligible Programs:
- Faculty of Forestry: MSFM, MIF, MGEM
- Faculty of Land and Food Systems: MFRE, MFS, MLWS
- Faculty of Science: Master of Data Science
- 📄 Required Documents: Application form, personal statements, CV/resume, 2 reference letters, transcripts, checklist & signed declaration. Submit as a single PDF via email to mcfsp.admissions@ubc.ca.
- ⏰ Deadline: 12 September 2025
- 🌟 UBC Highlights: Top 40 global ranking, Nobel laureates among faculty & alumni, diverse campus (160+ countries), eco-friendly, $700M research funding, innovation hub, prime Vancouver location, strong global alumni network.
- 💡 Impact: Scholars expected to return to Africa to apply skills for social and economic transformation, fostering leadership and community development.
Designation
Scholarship Program: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Location: University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver, Canada
Research Area
- Faculty of Forestry:
- Master of Sustainable Forest Management (MSFM)
- Master of International Forestry (MIF)
- Master of Geomatics for Environmental Management (MGEM)
- Faculty of Land and Food Systems:
- Master of Food and Resource Economics (MFRE)
- Master of Food Science (MFS)
- Master of Land and Water Systems (MLWS)
- Faculty of Science:
- Master of Data Science (MDS)
Eligibility/Qualification
| Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Age | 35 years old or younger (born in 1988 or after) |
| Citizenship | Citizen or refugee of a Sub-Saharan African country |
| Education | Completed Bachelor’s degree |
| Financial Need | Economically disadvantaged |
| Academic Excellence | Demonstrated under challenging circumstances |
| Leadership | Show potential or existing leadership qualities |
| Commitment | Willingness to give back to the community |
| Visa Requirement | Requires a Canadian study permit |
| Asylum Status | Not claiming asylum or protected status in Canada |
| Future Plans | Commit to returning to Africa to apply skills |
Description
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC is designed to increase access to education for young individuals from economically marginalized backgrounds in Sub-Saharan Africa. Scholars will receive support to develop leadership skills and a commitment to enhancing the social and economic conditions in their home communities.
How to Apply
- Complete the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Application Form.
- Prepare and submit the following documents:
- Personal Statements
- CV/Resume
- Two reference letters on official letterhead
- Transcripts
- Application Checklist, signed declaration
- Submit the application package electronically in a single PDF document via email to: mcfsp.admissions@ubc.ca.
Last Date to Apply
12 September 2025
For more information on the scholarship, please visit the University of British Columbia’s official website.
