McGill Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2027: Eligibility and Benefits
Summary
McGill Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2027 supports eligible Sub-Saharan African master's students with tuition, housing, stipend and learning support.
McGill University's Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program supports eligible master's applicants from Sub-Saharan Africa for the 2027 intake. The programme is designed for students with strong academic potential, leadership promise and a commitment to returning to their communities.
Who Should Apply
- Citizens and residents of eligible Sub-Saharan African countries.
- Applicants who have not previously completed a master's degree.
- Candidates who meet McGill admission requirements for an eligible master's programme.
- Applicants who can show leadership experience, service and financial need.
Scholarship Benefits
- International tuition support.
- Housing and monthly living stipend support.
- Books, learning materials and laptop support where applicable.
- Leadership and professional development programming.
- Travel support linked to the programme's return-and-impact model.
Application Deadline
The current programme notice lists August 21, 2026 as the deadline for the 2027 Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program intake.
Official Links
Applicants should confirm their preferred programme is eligible before starting the admission and scholarship application process.