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CMU Africa Mastercard Scholarship 2026 (Carnegie Mellon University-Africa) | Fully Funded


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Summary:

Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) Africa and the Mastercard Foundation have partnered to support students whose talent and promise exceed their financial resources.


The Carnegie Mellon University-Africa Mastercard Foundation Scholars complete their Master of Science degrees in Information Technology, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or Engineering Artificial Intelligence.


Upon completion of the program, the Scholars go on to lead changes in their communities and contribute to meaningful transformation across the continent.



Eligibilities:

To be considered for the Carnegie Mellon University-Africa Mastercard Scholarship, you must have demonstrated the following attributes:

  • Academic talent: Scholars value learning and have the drive to complete their education.

  • Commitment to giving back: Scholars have demonstrated a commitment to improving their communities.

  • Potential to lead: Scholars will become role models, mentors, and change-makers.

  • In order to be considered for the Scholars Program, students must first be admitted to one of CMU-Africa’s degree programs.



Benefits:

The scholarship covers;

  • application preparation support,

  • orientation,

  • tuition and fees,

  • health insurance,

  • travel and basic living expenses,

  • project, and entrepreneurship support.

Scholars also have access to a range of resources that support their well-being and academic success.


Deadline:

January 15, 2026


To learn more, click here.


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