Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University
Scholars programme for African master's students at McGill in public health, nutrition, public policy and agriculture-related fields; the Fall 2027 round has closed.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Canada
Funding
The pages read do not describe what the scholarship covers; they mention only an application fee waiver for pre-screened applicants.
Eligible applicants
African citizens living in Africa, 35 or under, master's
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Overview
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill University is offered by McGill University for Master’s study in Canada. Confirm the current cycle on the official page before applying.
What this scholarship covers
Application fee waiver
Included
Tuition fees
Not specified
Living costs
Not specified
The pages read do not describe what the scholarship covers; they mention only an application fee waiver for pre-screened applicants. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Based on the provider’s published information
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
Foundation scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Citizen and resident of an eligible African country; dual citizens and holders of asylee, refugee or permanent resident status in the US, Canada, UK or EU are not eligible.
- International eligibility
- Applicants must apply to the Scholars Program before applying to McGill and must be eligible for a Canadian study permit.
- AgeRequired
- 35 or younger at time of application.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- Bachelor's degree in a closely related subject meeting McGill equivalency; First Class Honours or equivalent improves chances.
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Experience and personal requirements
- Financial needRequired
- Financial need is a selection factor.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Canada
Official eligibility summary
Applicants must be citizens of, and live in, an eligible African country, be 35 or younger, and never have registered for or completed a master's degree. They must be admissible to an eligible McGill master's programme. Selection weighs leadership, service, commitment to their home community and financial need, with priority for women, displaced people and people with disabilities.
Applicant profile
- African citizens living in Africa, 35 or under, master's
Study route
- Master’s study in Canada
Current-cycle criteria
- Applicants must be citizens of, and live in, an eligible African country, be 35 or younger, and never have registered for or completed a master's degree. They must be admissible to an eligible McGill master's programme. Selection weighs leadership, service, commitment to their home community and financial need, with priority for women, displaced people and people with disabilities.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Valid passport
- Bachelor's degree
How to apply
- 1
Check eligibility
- 2
Register for and attend an information session to receive the application form
- 3
Complete the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Application Form
- 4
Provide any extra documents after pre-screening
- 5
Apply to McGill with the fee waiver
Application timeline
Application cycle
The application period for the Fall 2027 cohort is closed; the site says to check again in Spring 2027 for the next cycle.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
McGill University
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.