The Mastercard Foundation (MCF), Canada, in partnership with the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), is offering fully-funded scholarships for the 2024/2025 academic year. This prestigious scholarship program aims to provide academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa with access to quality and relevant university education.
Overview
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST (MCFSP at KNUST) is a comprehensive initiative that goes beyond financial support. It embodies an array of mentoring and cultural transition services to ensure student academic success, community engagement, and a smooth transition to employment opportunities that will further social and economic change in Africa.
The program’s goal is to raise the next generation of ethical and transformative leaders who will positively influence the African continent. By providing holistic training and empowering scholars, the program equips them to become effective change leaders.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive a comprehensive scholarship package that includes the following benefits:
- Comprehensive Financial Support
- Full tuition coverage
- Fully paid on-campus accommodation
- Learning materials
- Transportation allowance
- Monthly stipend
- Counseling Support Services
- Career Development Services
- Industrial Mentorship
- Career Guidance
- Professional Development
- Enterprise Development
- Personal and Professional Development
- Regular group meetings with other scholars
- Opportunities and activities tailored to build societal relationships and scholars’ capacity
- Academic Support
- Academic mentoring
- Virtual learning
- Tutoring
- Leadership and Community Engagement
- Opportunities to participate in leadership congresses
- Community services
- Mentoring (Go-back Give-Back)
- Internship Opportunities
- Uniquely sourced internships with industry for professional development
- Alumni Network
- The prestige of becoming part of the growing family of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni
- Networking with the Global Scholars Community
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the MCF, Canada Fully-Funded KNUST Scholarship, 2024, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Academic Qualifications
- Possess a valid WASSCE, GBCE, ABCE, GCE O’Level and A’Level, or their equivalent results from an accredited/recognized institution
- Applicant’s results must not be more than five years old
- Meet KNUST’s admission requirements
- No awaiting results candidate will be accepted
Economic Need
- Demonstrate critical economic needs
- Leadership and Community Engagement
- Have proven records of leadership and community engagement
Commitment to Give Back
- Be prepared to go back and give back to their community
- Enrollment Status: Not be enrolled in any tertiary institution
- Priority Groups: Priority will be given to females, displaced persons (certified refugees, internally displaced persons, etc.), and persons with disabilities
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates can apply for the MCF, Canada Fully-Funded KNUST Scholarship, 2024, by following these steps:
- Download the application form from the official website.
- Complete the application form accurately and provide all required information and supporting documents.
- Submit the completed application form via courier mail (e.g., EMS, DHL, FedEx, UPS) to the following address:The Program Manager
- Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST
- Africa Hall Road, Impact Building
- PMB KNUST, Kumasi, GhanaNote: International applicants should scan and submit all relevant attachments to the application form as one PDF document to [email protected].
- For Ghanaian applicants, there may be unannounced on-site visits as part of the selection process.
- Successful applicants will be notified once their results have been verified, and they have completed the interview process.
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2024
Additional Information
- The application process for the scholarship is ongoing from mid-March to the end of September 2024.
- There will be three independent panel interviews conducted in sequence, and unsuccessful candidates will be notified at each stage.
- There are no charges, fees, facilitation, agents, or intermediaries required at any stage of the application process.
- Inaccurate information or fraudulent misrepresentation on the part of any applicant, and any attempt to influence the selection process, will lead to disqualification.
- The decisions of the Terminal Selection Committee are final.
- Applicants should ensure that their provided telephone numbers, Skype IDs, and email addresses are active at all times to receive critical information about their application status.
- For further inquiries and assistance on how to apply, please contact the Secretariat at +233-206-030-790 / +233-3220-62975, [email protected], or [email protected].
- Applicants should not contact the Secretariat regarding the status of their application. The Secretariat will inform and contact applicants as necessary.
Conclusion
The MCF, Canada Fully-Funded KNUST Scholarship, 2024, presents an exceptional opportunity for academically talented and economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa to pursue quality university education.
By providing comprehensive support, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, the program aims to nurture the next generation of ethical and transformative leaders who will drive positive change on the African continent.
Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply now and take advantage of this life-changing opportunity.
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