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African Leadership University (ALU) Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 – Fully Funded Undergraduate Scholarship
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026 (30 days left)
Study level
Undergraduate
Funding
Fully funded – competitive full-ride scholarship
Field
Entrepreneurial Leadership, Software Engineering
Official source: alueducation.com
The African Leadership University (ALU), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, offers full-ride scholarship opportunities to talented young Africans who demonstrate financial need, academic potential, leadership ability, and a commitment to creating positive change in their communities.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program aims to make quality higher education accessible to promising young African leaders who face financial and socioeconomic barriers.
About the Opportunity
African Leadership University is a private higher education institution with a campus in Kigali, Rwanda. Its undergraduate education model emphasizes entrepreneurship, leadership, practical learning, innovation, and real-world problem-solving.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides competitive full-ride scholarships covering full tuition and additional financial support throughout the scholar's academic journey. The specific support provided depends on the scholarship agreement and applicable terms and conditions.
January 2027 Undergraduate Intake
ALU has confirmed that applications for its January 2027 intake are open. The published application deadline for the relevant undergraduate programs is 30 November 2026.
The January 2027 undergraduate application timeline covers:
Bachelor of Entrepreneurial Leadership (BEL)
Bachelor of Software Engineering (BSE)
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship program targets promising young Africans who demonstrate financial need and the potential to become ethical leaders and contribute to their communities.
Applicants should:
Demonstrate genuine financial need and socioeconomic disadvantage.
Meet ALU's undergraduate admission requirements.
Demonstrate strong academic performance.
Show leadership potential and commitment to community development.
Be able to demonstrate how they intend to use their education to create positive impact.
ALU's financial aid information identifies applicants aged 26 and below as eligible for consideration for the Mastercard Foundation scholarship, subject to the other requirements.
Scholarship Benefits
Full tuition coverage under the full-ride scholarship arrangement.
Additional financial support throughout the academic journey.
Access to ALU's practical and leadership-focused learning environment.
Opportunities to develop entrepreneurial, professional, and leadership skills.
Scholarships are limited and competitive. Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.
How to Apply
Visit the official African Leadership University website.
Open the admissions application for the January 2027 intake.
Create an applicant account and complete the required application stages.
Provide your academic, personal, and financial information.
Review the available financial aid opportunities and follow ALU's instructions for scholarship consideration.
Submit your application before the published deadline.
Important: ALU does not charge applicants or authorize agents to charge fees for completing or submitting applications.
Official Deadline: 30 November 2026.
Official Scholarship Information: https://www.alueducation.com/mastercard-foundation-scholars-program-at-alu/
Official Admissions Information: https://www.alueducation.com/apply-now/
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program aims to make quality higher education accessible to promising young African leaders who face financial and socioeconomic barriers.
About the Opportunity
African Leadership University is a private higher education institution with a campus in Kigali, Rwanda. Its undergraduate education model emphasizes entrepreneurship, leadership, practical learning, innovation, and real-world problem-solving.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides competitive full-ride scholarships covering full tuition and additional financial support throughout the scholar's academic journey. The specific support provided depends on the scholarship agreement and applicable terms and conditions.
January 2027 Undergraduate Intake
ALU has confirmed that applications for its January 2027 intake are open. The published application deadline for the relevant undergraduate programs is 30 November 2026.
The January 2027 undergraduate application timeline covers:
Bachelor of Entrepreneurial Leadership (BEL)
Bachelor of Software Engineering (BSE)
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship program targets promising young Africans who demonstrate financial need and the potential to become ethical leaders and contribute to their communities.
Applicants should:
Demonstrate genuine financial need and socioeconomic disadvantage.
Meet ALU's undergraduate admission requirements.
Demonstrate strong academic performance.
Show leadership potential and commitment to community development.
Be able to demonstrate how they intend to use their education to create positive impact.
ALU's financial aid information identifies applicants aged 26 and below as eligible for consideration for the Mastercard Foundation scholarship, subject to the other requirements.
Scholarship Benefits
Full tuition coverage under the full-ride scholarship arrangement.
Additional financial support throughout the academic journey.
Access to ALU's practical and leadership-focused learning environment.
Opportunities to develop entrepreneurial, professional, and leadership skills.
Scholarships are limited and competitive. Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection.
How to Apply
Visit the official African Leadership University website.
Open the admissions application for the January 2027 intake.
Create an applicant account and complete the required application stages.
Provide your academic, personal, and financial information.
Review the available financial aid opportunities and follow ALU's instructions for scholarship consideration.
Submit your application before the published deadline.
Important: ALU does not charge applicants or authorize agents to charge fees for completing or submitting applications.
Official Deadline: 30 November 2026.
Official Scholarship Information: https://www.alueducation.com/mastercard-foundation-scholars-program-at-alu/
Official Admissions Information: https://www.alueducation.com/apply-now/
Eligible countries: African countries
Applicants should:
- Be aged 26 or below.
- Demonstrate financial need and socioeconomic disadvantage.
- Meet ALU admission requirements.
- Have strong academic performance (at least a B average in national examinations).
- Demonstrate leadership potential.
- Show commitment to contributing to their communities.
- Be aged 26 or below.
- Demonstrate financial need and socioeconomic disadvantage.
- Meet ALU admission requirements.
- Have strong academic performance (at least a B average in national examinations).
- Demonstrate leadership potential.
- Show commitment to contributing to their communities.
Full tuition coverage and additional financial support, subject to scholarship terms and conditions
Applicants should prepare their academic records and any supporting documentation requested through the official ALU admissions portal. Additional evidence may be required to demonstrate financial need and scholarship eligibility. Consult the official application portal for the current document checklist.
Apply through the official African Leadership University admissions portal. Create an account, complete the undergraduate application, provide your academic and financial information, and follow the instructions for financial aid and Mastercard Foundation scholarship consideration. Submit before 30 November 2026. Open official application page
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