ALCHE Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 (Fully Funded)

The ALCHE Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is a fully funded undergraduate award in Mauritius.

It funds a full bachelor degree at African Leadership College of Higher Education for talented African students with financial need.

It suits strong secondary school leavers ready to lead and give back.

Overview

• Host country, Mauritius
• Host school, African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE)
• Level of study, Bachelor
• Value, full tuition plus living support, accommodation, travel, health and materials
• Nationality, African citizens and residents eligible to study in Mauritius
• Funded by, Mastercard Foundation and ALCHE

Benefits of the ALCHE Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

First, winners get full tuition coverage for the degree.

Also, they get monthly living allowance, accommodation and meals.

Plus, travel costs, health coverage, laptop and study materials.

In short, the award covers this.

• Full tuition fees for the undergraduate programme
• Monthly living allowance or stipend
• Accommodation and meals
• Travel costs
• Health coverage
• Laptop and study materials

Eligibility Requirements

Overall, applicants must meet these points.

• African citizen or resident eligible to study in Mauritius
• Unable to afford tuition without aid, with verified financial need and socio economic disadvantage
• Strong academic record, national exam scores of at least B average
• Leadership potential and community contribution
• Meet ALCHE admission criteria
• Especially encouraged for females, those with disabilities, and aged 26 or below

How to Apply

Apply for admission to ALCHE for the February 2027 intake.

Complete the scholarship eligibility check and form as part of the process, including documents, essay, video and references.

Finish the ALCHE Fit Challenge online. The review committee decides.

Application Deadline

International applicants by 14 November 2026. Mauritian applicants by 23 January 2027.

The cycle is open now. Check the official ALCHE page for exact steps.

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