Introduction
The UWC Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025 in South Africa is now open for applications, offering a transformative opportunity for talented African students. This fully funded scholarship program is designed to overcome social and financial barriers by supporting students in their pursuit of undergraduate and graduate degrees. The program is particularly focused on empowering young women, refugees, and people with disabilities, aiming to develop the next generation of African leaders.
About the University of the Western Cape (UWC)
Located in Bellville, South Africa, the University of the Western Cape is a public research university established in 1959. Ranked among the world’s top universities, UWC is dedicated to academic excellence and social justice. The Mastercard Foundation, an international non-governmental organization, supports this scholarship program to ensure that deserving students can access quality education without financial burdens.
UWC Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025 Details
- Institute: University of the Western Cape (UWC)
- Degree Level: Bachelor’s and Master’s
- Scholarship Coverage: Fully Funded
- Eligible Nationality: African Students
- Award Country: South Africa
- Application Deadline: August 30, 2024
Financial Benefits
The UWC Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025 is a comprehensive, fully funded scholarship that covers:
- Personal expenses and meals
- Accommodation in a UWC residence
- Tailored assistance
- Health-related coverage
- Essential technology
- Academic materials
- Initial preparation support and an official onboarding program
Eligibility Criteria
For Undergraduate Degree:
- Candidates must be 26 years old or younger.
- Must meet UWC’s minimum admission standards.
- Must have applied for academic admission to UWC for 2025.
- Must be ready to start full-time undergraduate studies in January 2025.
- Must demonstrate that social and economic barriers have hindered access to higher education.
For Master’s Degree:
- Applicants must be 30 years old or younger.
- Must meet UWC’s minimum admission standards.
- Must have applied for academic admission to UWC for 2025.
- Must be ready to start full-time master’s degree studies in January 2025.
- Must provide proof that access to higher education is limited by social and economic challenges.
Areas of Study
Undergraduate Programs:
- Arts & Humanities: History, Linguistics, Sociology, Women’s and Gender Studies
- Economic & Management Sciences: Economics, Information Sciences, Public Administration
- Education: Mathematics and Science, Foundation Phase
- Natural Sciences: Biological Sciences, Computational Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences
Master’s Programs:
- Humanities & Arts: Applied Linguistics, History, Gender Justice, Migration Studies, Sociology for Development
- Community & Health Sciences: Public Health
- Economic & Management Sciences: Development Studies, Information Sciences, Migration Studies
- Law: Governance and Human Rights
- Natural Sciences: Biological Sciences, Computational Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, Physical Sciences
Required Documents
- Previous degree transcripts
- Proof of financial need
- Reports of social and economic barriers
How to Apply for UWC Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025
- Ensure you meet the scholarship’s age, academic, and financial need criteria.
- Apply online for academic admission to UWC for the 2025–2026 academic year.
- Gather the required documents.
- Complete the online application for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship through the UWC website or the scholarship office.
- Await the selection process by the scholarship committee.
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the UWC Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2025 is August 30, 2024.