Applications are now open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University 2026/2027. This program offers 13 master’s scholarships to academically talented young people from Sub-Saharan Africa who face financial constraints. The deadline is Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EAT. The program works to help 1,000 young Africans gain quality education and move into good jobs.
Makerere University offers these scholarships for students starting at the main campus in the 2026/2027 academic year. It focuses on inclusive education for those held back by social and economic barriers. The effort supports young people from Sub-Saharan Africa in building better futures.
1,000 young people from Africa
This number shows the program’s large reach and commitment to change.
Eligible applicants fall into these groups:
- Refugee or Internally Displaced Person (IDP)
- Young persons with disabilities
- International students
- Young people living in a refugee host community
- Young people from underrepresented ethnic groups in Uganda
- Other Ugandan youth
They must also meet these conditions:
- Applied for admission to Makerere University’s main campus for 2026/2027.
- Completed undergraduate studies in an African country.
- Face financial limits that block graduate school.
- Hold no other scholarship.
- Not pursuing or finished a Master’s degree.
- Shown leadership or community service.
- Age 35 or younger by the deadline (under 40 for refugees, IDPs, or those with disabilities).
- Refugee applicants need a valid Refugee Identity card or Family Attestation.
- Applied for degree programs prioritized by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
The application deadline is Friday, 5th June 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EAT. Click here to apply. For more details, check the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. You fill out an online form on the official portal to submit your details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere?
Eligible applicants include refugees, people with disabilities, international students, and young Ugandans from underrepresented groups facing financial barriers.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is Friday, June 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EAT.
What are the age requirements?
Applicants must be 35 or younger by the deadline, or under 40 if they are refugees, IDPs, or have disabilities.
How do I apply?
Fill out the online form on the official portal at apply.mastercardfoundation.mak.ac.ug after applying for admission to Makerere.
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