A fully funded undergraduate and postgraduate scholarship at the University of Rwanda, part of a 10-year (2021-2031) partnership between the university and the Mastercard Foundation. South Sudanese students have been confirmed among current scholars.
Verified Opportunity
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program — University of Rwanda
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Overview
Opportunity Overview
Classification
Opportunity Details
Funding Type
Verification & Key Dates
Verification & Key Dates
Verification Date
July 17, 2026
Deadline
Rolling by intake — the programme is intended for newly admitted students who have not yet started at the University of Rwanda. Calls for application are announced via the official program website and University of Rwanda channels. Confirm the current call directly before applying.
Source Organization
University of Rwanda, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation
Official Application Link
Eligibility
Eligibility
- Be a citizen of Rwanda or any African country (South Sudan confirmed among nationalities of enrolled scholars), a refugee, or a displaced young person in Africa
- Be academically qualified and meet University of Rwanda admission requirements
- Demonstrate leadership potential and commitment to giving back to your community
- Must be a newly admitted student who has not yet started studies at the University of Rwanda — currently enrolled UR students are not eligible
- Priority target categories: young women (especially in STEM), refugees/displaced youth, and youth with disabilities
Benefits
Benefits
- Full tuition and registration fees
- Fully paid on-campus accommodation
- Laptop and other learning materials
- Return ticket to the scholar's country of origin, if necessary
- Academic mentorship, psychosocial support, leadership development training, entrepreneurship skills, internships, and networking with other young African leaders
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Watch for the official Call for Application on the University of Rwanda and Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UR websites and social media channels
2. Apply through the online application portal at mcfsprecruitment.ur.ac.rw
3. Applications are assessed on academic excellence, leadership potential, community service commitment, and demonstrated financial/social barriers
4. The program is intended only for students who have not yet begun their University of Rwanda studies
Documents
Required Documents
Exact document list is provided when a Call for Application opens; confirm directly via the official recruitment portal.
Important Notes
Verified directly via the official program website (mcfsp.ur.ac.rw), which features a real, named South Sudanese scholar (Samuel Adut Loi Akok, Food Science) among its current cohort — confirming South Sudanese eligibility in practice, not just in general "open to Africa" language.
FAQ
Common Questions
Is this opportunity guaranteed?
No — verification confirms the opportunity is real and current, not that any application will be accepted.
How current is this listing?
Check the Verification Date above — listings are reviewed periodically and marked Expired or Closed when no longer valid.
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