EARTH University Mastercard Scholarship for Undergraduates 2026 – Fully Funded

The 2026 EARTH University Mastercard Scholarship is currently accepting applications from qualified students in Latin America, the Caribbean, and Sub-Saharan Africa. This fully funded fellowship, which is provided in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, pays for books, stationery, a laptop, living expenses, tuition, and other necessary study supplies.

The program, which is a component of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, is intended to assist young leaders from underprivileged communities. Students at EARTH University will receive a total of 120 scholarships. About one-third of the winners are chosen from Sub-Saharan Africa, and scholars are expected to grow as leaders and make significant contributions to agricultural innovation and economic development in their native countries.

Eligibility Criteria :

Be a resident and high school graduate from a Latin American or Sub-Saharan African nation.
Show that your country’s lowest two income quintiles correspond to your level of financial need.
Perform exceptionally well academically within your educational system.
Demonstrate leadership abilities and engage in extracurricular activities.
Show a strong desire to go back to Africa and aid in the socioeconomic development of the continent.
Have completed the necessary academic requirements or graduated from an accredited secondary school.
Depending on the nation, fulfill the English language requirements

Mastercard Foundation is the host organization.

Study Location: The United States of America

Scholarship Type: Scholarships for Undergraduates

African and Latin American nations are eligible.

Benefits of the scholarship include full funding, living stipends, lodging, travel expenses, and a laptop.

Language Requirement: IELTS is not necessary.

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