Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2020/2021 at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (Fully-funded)
Deadline: May 1, 2020
Applications for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2020/2021 at KNUST are now open. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST provides academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa with access to quality university education.
The goal is to raise the next generation of ethical and transformational leaders who would influence change on the African Continent. The Program offers an opportunity for its scholars to receive holistic training that empowers them to be change leaders. The Scholars Program embodies an array of services including mentorship, cultural transition, etc. that will lead to the scholar’s academic success, community engagement and transition to employment opportunities which will further the goal of social and economic transformation of Africa.
Scholarship
The Scholarship package includes:
- Comprehensive financial support (full tuition, fully paid on-campus accommodation, learning materials, transportation and monthly stipend).
- Counselling Support Services
- Career Development Services (including Industrial Mentorship, Career Guidance, Professional Development, Enterprise Development amongst others