The Sciences Po Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 offers fully funded two-year Master’s degrees in France for talented African students facing barriers to higher education.
It covers full tuition and living expenses, plus housing, mentoring, careers support, and leadership training.
Sciences Po Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 Benefits
- Full tuition fees for the duration of the Master’s
- Living expenses covered
- Housing in Paris reserved for Scholars
- Personalised academic and careers support
- Mentoring programme with alumni
- Leadership and entrepreneurship opportunities
Eligibility
- Citizen of an African country (dual citizens with non-African citizenship are ineligible)
- Hold or be completing a Bachelor’s degree from an eligible institution, or hold UNHCR refugee status
- Under 35 years of age on 1 September of the application year
- Not already hold or be pursuing a Master’s degree
- Demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and commitment to impact in Africa
How to Apply
Apply through the international graduate admission procedure on the Sciences Po website. Indicate interest in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program and request a fee waiver if eligible.
Deadlines:
- 23 November 2026 for admission decision by 11 February 2027
- 14 December 2026 for admission decision by 1 April 2027
Scholarship results are communicated in April 2027.
Official page: Sciences Po Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Always verify current details on the official site before applying.




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