This is your final chance to join one of the most transformational academic training programs on the African continent. The CMU-Africa Bridge Program, supported by the Mastercard Foundation, is a fully funded, zero-cost opportunity that prepares outstanding African students for graduate-level studies in engineering and technology. With applications closing soon, this is the moment to act fast and claim your spot in a program that could redefine your academic and professional future.
Held at Carnegie Mellon University Africa (CMU-Africa) in Kigali, Rwanda, the Bridge Program spans six weeks of intensive technical, professional, and personal development. Participants receive expert-led training in Artificial Intelligence, Embedded Systems, Internet of Things (IoT), and programming, while also gaining soft-skills training, group project experience, and valuable networking opportunities with CMU faculty and industry experts.
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This exclusive program is designed to fast-track your admission into CMU-Africa’s prestigious Master’s programs and provide you with all the tools to thrive in a world-class academic environment. From lab work to real-world capstone projects, participants receive guided mentorship and deliver weekly presentations mimicking real industry engagements. Not only does this prepare you for graduate-level coursework, it equips you with the critical thinking, collaboration, and leadership skills needed in global tech environments.
If you’re a final-year undergraduate or a recent graduate in computer science, information technology, or engineering, this is your opportunity of a lifetime. The CMU-Africa Bridge Program gives you a risk-free, no-cost pathway into an elite academic community and the chance to join an elite network of African tech leaders.
Hurry! Spots are limited, and this unbeatable opportunity won’t last. Submissions after the deadline will not be considered. Secure your future now by applying to one of Africa’s most impactful academic enrichment programs.
Name of Organizer
Carnegie Mellon University Africa (CMU-Africa)
Requirement/Eligibility
To be eligible for this powerful academic and career-transforming experience, applicants must:
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1. Be a final-year undergraduate or recent graduate (within 2 years) from select African universities such as the University of Rwanda, African Leadership University, or similar institutions.
2. Hold a degree or be pursuing studies in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering, or a related technical field.
3. Be committed to in-person attendance at the CMU-Africa campus in Kigali, Rwanda for the full program duration.
4. Be available for ~10 hours per week for structured classroom and lab sessions (evenings Monday to Thursday, afternoons on Fridays).
5. Demonstrate a strong academic background and a willingness to engage in hands-on learning and team-based projects.
6. Be ready to participate in embedded systems training, IoT programming, AI modules, and professional skills development.
7. Show enthusiasm for solving real-world problems through technology and innovation.
8. Exhibit potential for graduate studies and the ability to benefit from the mentorship and learning offered.
9. Be prepared to submit a complete application form, academic transcripts, proof of study or graduation, and a statement of purpose.
10. Submit all required documents before the application deadline—no late submissions will be accepted.
Duration/Stipend
The CMU-Africa Bridge Program is a six-week intensive program, running from September 29 to November 14, 2025, delivered fully on-site at the university’s Kigali campus.
This program is entirely free of charge—no tuition fees, no registration costs, and zero application fees. All participants benefit from:
- Free enrollment and access to learning resources
- Refreshments and light meals during sessions
- Transport assistance to campus (where necessary)
- Direct access to CMU faculty, alumni, and potential graduate school mentors
- A certificate of participation upon successful completion
There is no monetary stipend, but the value in education, network building, mentorship, and graduate school preparation is considered priceless. Participants leave the program significantly more prepared to pursue world-class Master’s education at CMU-Africa or other leading institutions globally.
Deadline
August 31, 2025
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