Femi Akindele
Applications for the MasterCard Scholarship at Ashesi University in Ghana have officially begun.
The Ashesi University MasterCard Foundation Scholarship seeks to provide full scholarship opportunities to Africans as well as comprehensive support for academic, personal, and leadership development.
More details about the scholarship opportunity, its eligibility criteria, benefits, and step-by-step application procedure will be provided for interested and qualified candidates in this post.
MasterCard Foundation Scholarship at Ashesi University Summary
- Host Country: Ghana
- Study Abroad: Study in Africa
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Travel Costs | Accommodation | Laptop
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 8, 2025.
MasterCard Foundation Scholarship at Ashesi University Details:
Ashesi University and the Mastercard Foundation have been engaged in partnership since the launch of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme in 2012.
Ashesi was among the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program’s nine pioneering partners. Hundreds of Mastercard Foundation Scholars have enrolled at Ashesi University since the programme started.
In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme, Ashesi and Arizona State University have a partnership that allows students to pursue an accelerated master’s degree. Through this programme students can earn their undergraduate and master’s degrees in five years instead of the six it would usually take.
Eligibility Requirements for Ashesi University MasterCard Foundation Scholarship
To be considered for the Ashesi University MasterCard Foundation Scholarship, you must:
- Be a citizen of an African country
- Have an excellent academic record
- Demonstrate financial need
- Exhibit leadership potential and a commitment to community service
Benefits of Ashesi University MasterCard Foundation Scholarship 2026
The Ashesi University MasterCard Foundation Scholarship covers all fees and costs for room and board as well as learning resources.
Ashesi Scholars also benefit from:
- Participation in an accelerated master’s programme in partnership with Arizona State University
- Access to Ashesi and Mastercard Foundation’s alumni networks, spanning over 40 countries
- Lifelong opportunities for learning, collaboration, and impact
- Comprehensive support for academic, personal, and leadership development
- Networking opportunities with a pan-African network of like-minded peers and professionals
How to Apply for MasterCard Scholarship at Ashesi University 2026 (Step by Step)
To apply for the MasterCard Scholarship at Ashesi University, interested and qualified candidates should
- use the link below to submit their applications.
- apply for admission to one of the available programs at Ashesi.
- once you apply for admission at Ashesi University, the the Admissions and Financial Aid Office determines which award – including the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Programme award – you may receive.
