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University of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program application form 2025\/2026 | How to apply.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Below, are the details on University of Cape Town (UCT) application form 2025, requirements, eligibility,\u00a0 qualifications needed, application guidelines, application deadline, how to apply, closing date, and other opportunities links for South Africans is published here on Southafricaportal.com<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0as well as on the official website\/application portal.<\/p>\n

University of Cape Town (UCT) Application Instructions 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The\u00a0University of Cape Town (UCT) application details<\/strong>\u00a0have been published here. All Eligible and Interested applicants may apply online for this opportunity before the application deadline-closing date.<\/p>\n
NOTE:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
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Don\u2019t forget that the University of Cape Town (UCT)<\/b>\u00a0application is totally free of charge<\/li>\n
Don\u2019t send anyone money for this opportunity.<\/li>\n
Beware of Fraudsters!!!!<\/li>\n
Subscribe to our notification list with your email to receive the Latest Opportunities Updates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nUniversity of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program for Study in South Africa (Fully Funded) Application Details 2025\/2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The University of Cape Town (UCT) has partnered with the Mastercard Foundation in its global Scholars\u2019 Program: an educational initiative that provides academically talented young people from economically disadvantaged communities in\u00a0Africa with access to quality university education.<\/p>\n
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UCT\u00a0<\/strong>provides full-cost scholarships to young Africans who are first-time undergraduate or postgraduate (honours and master\u2019s) degree-seeking applicants. The scholarships ensure a premium educational package that will produce graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognised and locally applicable, and whose transition into the workforce is underpinned by values of engaged citizenship and social justice.<\/p>\n
These scholarships cover the full period of study and are renewable annually subject to satisfactory performance and participation in the activities and opportunities offered by the programme. Successful candidates will be required to commit themselves to return to their home countries and to invest their gained skills and education in their country\u2019s social and economic growth.<\/p>\n
Selection criteria:<\/p>\n
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Academically talented \u2013 value learning and are driven to complete their education.<\/li>\n
Economically disadvantaged \u2013 facing significant financial barriers to completing their education.<\/li>\n
Committed to giving back \u2013 investing in their communities, using the skills and knowledge that they have acquired.<\/li>\n
Future leaders \u2013 committed to embracing ethical leadership and making a positive change in their home communities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Benefits<\/p>\n
The scholarship includes:<\/p>\n
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Comprehensive financial assistance<\/strong>\u00a0with visa applications, travel, tuition, living expenses, medical aid and accommodation.<\/li>\n
A relevant and recognised education<\/strong>\u00a0through academic curricula aimed at producing graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognised and locally applicable.<\/li>\n
Academic and peer mentor support<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 to ensure that each Scholar successfully progresses academically.<\/li>\n
An array of\u00a0cultural and transition support and training<\/strong> aimed at academic and professional enrichment and assisting in the challenges facing university-going students.<\/li>\n
Career and internship<\/strong>\u00a0opportunities in Africa, service learning, experiential learning \u2013 career guidance and support for transition to further study or the workforce.<\/li>\n
Leadership<\/strong>\u00a0development and training.<\/li>\n
Alumni networks<\/strong>\u00a0for further support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHow to Apply<\/h3>\n
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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides scholarships to academically talented young Africans to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the University of Cape Town (UCT).<\/li>\n
Students enrolled on the programme receive support and developmental opportunities including mentoring, leadership development, academic and life skills support, career development and entrepreneurship training. They are expected to engage in community upliftment projects and get involved in all that UCT has to offer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
For More Information:<\/p>\n
Visit the Official Webpage of the University of Cape Town MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2025\/2026<\/a><\/p>\n
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How to Apply<\/h3>\n\nThe Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides scholarships to academically talented young Africans to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the University of Cape Town (UCT).<\/li>\n