The MasterCard University of California, Berkeley Masters Scholarships 2025/2026 provide comprehensive financial, academic, social, and career support to African students pursuing Master’s degrees at UC Berkeley. The program, administered through the Center for African Studies, runs from 2020 to 2028.
Key Scholarship Details:
- Host: University of California, Berkeley, USA
- Application Deadlines:
- MBA: September 12, 2024
- Other Programs: Deadlines vary by field between November 2024 and January 2025
- Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan African countries
Eligible Fields of Study:
Graduate degrees offered in a wide range of disciplines, including:
- Architecture (M.Arch)
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Engineering (M.Eng, MS)
- Public Health (MPH, MS)
- Education (DMS, EMST, MUSE)
- Journalism (MJ)
- Public Policy (MPP)
Other disciplines such as Social Welfare (MSW), City & Regional Planning (MCP), and Development Practice (MDP) are also included.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Fully-funded: The scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, and academic materials.
- Holistic support: This includes financial aid, academic guidance, social integration, and career counseling.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Citizenship: Applicants must be citizens of Sub-Saharan African countries. Refugees or stateless individuals may also apply.
- Academic Excellence: Students must first be admitted to UC Berkeley before being considered for the scholarship.
- Economic Background: Applicants should come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
- Community Involvement: Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to contributing to their home communities or countries.
- Return Intention: Scholars are expected to return to their home countries after completing their studies.
How to Apply:
- Apply for admission to the University of California, Berkeley through the standard graduate admissions process.
- After being admitted, candidates will be invited to apply for the MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program.
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