Arizona State Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2027–28 in USA | Fully Funded

Overview

The Arizona State Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2027–28 supports African students pursuing selected full-time, on-campus master’s programmes in technology, innovation, engineering, data, computer science, and sustainable development at Arizona State University. The initiative focuses on expanding access to graduate education while building leadership and technical skills for social and economic development. The programme encourages applications from women, refugees, displaced persons, and people with disabilities.

Benefits

Full tuition and fees
On-campus accommodation
Books and study materials
Visa expenses and airfare
Medical expenses
Leadership development, academic advising, and support
A two-month internship between the first and second years

Eligibility

Be a citizen of an African country.
Have earned a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution by August 2027.
Have a strong academic record equivalent to at least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Meet ASU’s English language proficiency requirements for graduate admission.
Be between 18 and 33 years old on or before the application deadline.
Demonstrate a record of leadership, service, and a commitment to creating positive change.
Must not have previously enrolled in or completed a graduate or master’s degree programme, nor be enrolled in another graduate programme while applying.
Be able to relocate to and reside on ASU’s Tempe campus in Arizona, USA, for the duration of the programme.

How to Apply

Verify your eligibility against the programme requirements.
Choose an eligible master’s programme under the 2027–2028 Innovation and Technology Scholarship list.
Prepare required supporting documents, such as your CV/resume, letters of recommendation, and academic transcripts.
Complete the online application via the official portal, or utilize the alternative PDF application method if you have limited internet access.
Submit all required materials before the stated deadline.

Deadline

The application deadline for the 2027–2028 intake is 27 September 2026 at 23:59 GMT.

Overview

Eligibility

Be a citizen of an African country.

Have earned a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution by August 2027.

Have a strong academic record equivalent to at least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Meet ASU’s English language proficiency requirements for graduate admission.

Be between 18 and 33 years old on or before the application deadline.

Demonstrate a record of leadership, service, and a commitment to creating positive change.

Must not have previously enrolled in or completed a graduate or master’s degree programme, nor be enrolled in another graduate programme while applying.

Be able to relocate to and reside on ASU’s Tempe campus in Arizona, USA, for the duration of the programme.

How to Apply

Verify your eligibility against the programme requirements.

Choose an eligible master’s programme under the 2027–2028 Innovation and Technology Scholarship list.

Prepare required supporting documents, such as your CV/resume, letters of recommendation, and academic transcripts.

Complete the online application via the official portal, or utilize the alternative PDF application method if you have limited internet access.

Submit all required materials before the stated deadline.