SCHOLARSHIP: Earth University Mastercard, USA International Scholarship for Undergraduate Students
EARTH University is honored to partner with The Mastercard Foundation to provide the Mastercard Earth University Scholarship to young leaders from disadvantaged communities around the globe.
Through the partnership, which forms part of The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, The Foundation will provide 120 scholarships to EARTH students.
About university:
EARTH University is a private, non-profit university that offers one program of study: an undergraduate licenciatura degree in agricultural sciences.
Scholarship deadline:
January 31, 2025
Scholarship details:
- Host: Mastercard Foundation
- Study Abroad: Study in USA
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African & Latin American Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Accommodation | Travel Costs | Laptop
- No IELTS Required
Scholarship eligibility requirements:
To be considered for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at Earth University, you must:
- be a resident and a graduating high school student of a country within Sub-Saharan Africa or Latin America;
- demonstrate financial need correspondent to that of the lowest two quintiles of your country;
- have very strong academic results within your school system;
- have a record of leadership and extracurricular involvement;
- maintain a strong desire to return to Africa to assist and work towards enhanced regional socioeconomic development;
- be graduating from a recognized secondary school, or have completed the necessary academic requirements; and
- fulfill the necessary English requirements (dependent on country).
Scholarship Application Guidelines:
To apply for the Earth University Mastercard Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click the button below to visit the Earth’s University admission website.
- Apply for admission to an eligible undergraduate program and secure your spot.
- Please do the above by providing your correct details and uploading the appropriate documents.
- As part of the selection process, you will be considered for the Mastercard Foundation’s scholarship if you meet the eligibility criteria.
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- A completed online application
- Three recommendations letters
- Transcripts from the last 3 years of high school.
- High school diploma
- Supporting documents
Scholarship Benefits:
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Earth University will receive holistic support which includes:
- Tuition and functional fees;
- Laptops, books, and other learning materials;
- Reasonable accommodation and meals;
- Medical insurance;
- Stipend;
- Transport to and from home;
- Access to leadership training;
- Access to entrepreneurial training;
- Psycho-social support, career counseling, and mentorship;
- Disability needs will be reasonably catered for.
