The MasterCard Foundation, in collaboration with Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana, is currently giving offers of scholarships to students from Ghana and other African countries.
This scholarship covers the 2018/2019 Academic Session and is meant for undergraduates.
About the eligible fields of study, it is stated that there is a preference for Science students; however, all subjects are considered.
As sourced from schoolnewsng, the scholarship offers a comprehensive financial support which includes full tution, on-campus accommodation, transportation and monthly stipend.
It also offers the opportunity to be enrolled on an accelerated Master’s Degree after undergraduate studies with an MCF Partner institution in the USA.
As contained in the post, the offers of the scholarship read: "Comprehensive financial support (full tuition, fully paid on-campus accommodation, learning materials, transportation and monthly stipend).
"Regular group meetings with other scholars that focus on personal and professional development opportunities and activities tailored to build societal relationships and scholars’ capacity.
"Continued academic support through academic mentoring, virtual learning, life and career coaching, and tutoring.
Opportunities to participate in leadership congresses, community services and mentoring (Go-back Give- Back), and uniquely sourced internships.
"An academic environment where faculty and students engage with global issues.
"The prestige of becoming part of the growing family of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni and the Global Scholars Community.
"The opportunity to be enrolled on an accelerated Master’s Degree after undergraduate studies with an MCF Partner institution in the USA."
A brief description of the scholarship is also given thus: "The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST provides academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa with access to quality and relevant university education.
"It embodies an array of mentoring and cultural transition services to ensure student academic success, community engagement and transition to employment opportunities which will further social and economic change for Africa."
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