The American University of Beirut (AUB) Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2025/2026 is a fully-funded scholarship opportunity tailored for graduate students from Africa. This scholarship program aims to support outstanding individuals who demonstrate academic promise, leadership potential, and a passion for community development. The AUB Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is designed to nurture young people to become leaders and change-makers in their communities, countries, and the broader African region. The program provides scholars with the resources and support to excel in their graduate studies, while preparing them for future leadership roles.

The program offers an exceptional suite of benefits for eligible scholars, including:

1. Full tuition coverage for graduate studies at the prestigious American University of Beirut.
2. Complete accommodation and living expenses, ensuring scholars can focus on their studies.
3. Access to academic resources such as books, computers, and other essential materials required for successful graduate-level learning.
4. Medical insurance and comprehensive health services to ensure well-being during the course of study.
5. Intensive preparatory courses for SATs or other exams as necessary to help prepare scholars for academic challenges.
6. Ongoing academic guidance, close supervision, and personalized mentoring from experienced faculty.
7. Opportunities for community engagement and professional networking within a diverse, international student body.
8. Leadership training programs designed to foster the skills and mindset needed for community service and long-term contributions to national development.

This program is aimed at preparing students for a successful career in leadership, providing them with the tools they need to make a meaningful difference in their home countries upon completion of their studies.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the AUB Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Be a national of an African country, or a refugee or displaced individual currently living in Lebanon.
2. Demonstrate academic excellence, with a strong academic record in their previous studies.
3. Show significant financial need and a desire to pursue graduate-level studies in Lebanon.
4. Exhibit strong leadership potential, a passion for community service, and a commitment to national development.
5. A clear desire to return to their home country and contribute to its sustainable development after completing the program.

Application Process

Applicants interested in the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship should submit their applications to the AUB Admissions Office by the program deadline.

Program Highlights

• Full tuition scholarships for African graduate students at AUB.
• Accommodation and living expenses fully covered, ensuring a focus on academic success.
• Access to books, computers, and medical insurance during the duration of the program.
• Intensive leadership training designed to equip scholars with the skills to lead in their communities and beyond.

Deadline

The application deadline for the AUB Mastercard Foundation Graduate Scholarship is 16th March 2024.

Apply HERE

To apply for the Mastercard Foundation Graduate Scholarship and become part of this transformative program, visit the following application link: AUB Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Application.

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