Arizona State University Mastercard Foundation Fully Funded Scholarship 2027–28

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, in partnership with Arizona State University, is offering 30 graduate study opportunities for young African professionals to pursue master's degrees focused on technology and innovation.

A strong expectation of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is that participants use the skills and education they gain to contribute to their communities, fostering social and economic growth in their home countries. Women, refugees and displaced persons, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineSeptember 27, 2026
• Study LevelMasters
• SponsorArizona State University
• City to studyArizona
• School to studyArizona State University
• Course to studyCivil, Environmental & Sustainable Engineering , Clean Energy Systems , Computer Science , Data Science Analytics & Engineering , Global Technology and Development , Human Systems Engineering - Intelligent Systems , Information Technology , Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use , Robotics and Autonomous Systems

Benefits

The scholarship will cover the following:

• Visa application processing costs
• English language proficiency test voucher, if required
• ASU graduate application fee waiver
• Airfare to and from Phoenix, Arizona
• Full tuition, required books, and student fees
• Medical support
• On-campus housing
• Leadership and signature programming

Requirements

• Applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree by August 2027 from a recognized institution. Higher education diplomas, certificates, and other non-degree credentials are not equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
• Applicants must demonstrate a strong academic record, equivalent to a minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Applicants must meet ASU's English language proficiency requirements for graduate admission.
• Applicants must be citizens of an African country.
• Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 33 on or before the application deadline.
• Applicants must demonstrate a record of leadership, service, and a commitment to creating positive change in their communities.
• Applicants must not have previously enrolled in or completed a graduate or master’s degree program.
• Applicants must not be enrolled in, or begin, another graduate or master's degree program while applying for this scholarship.
• Applicants must be able to relocate to and reside on ASU's campus in Tempe, Arizona, USA, for the duration of the program.

Scholarships are available for the following full-time, on-campus graduate programs:

• MS Global Technology and Development
• MS Information Technology
• MCS Computer Science
• MS Data Science Analytics & Engineering
• MS Robotics and Autonomous Systems
• MS Clean Energy Systems
• MS Civil, Environmental & Sustainable Engineering
• MS Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use
• MS Human Systems Engineering - Intelligent Systems

Selection Process

• All applicants must first complete this application. Please do not apply for admission to ASU or to a graduate degree program unless instructed to do so by the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Team.
• Applicants selected to advance in the scholarship process will be invited to interview and will receive guidance on the ASU admission process. Those invited to apply for admission will be provided with an ASU application fee waiver and should not pay any application fees. Admission to the academic program does not guarantee being awarded the scholarship.
• Before submitting your application, please carefully review the application guidance, eligibility criteria, and all information you have entered. Once submitted, your application will be considered final. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that all information provided is complete and accurate at the time of submission.
   

Application Documents

A complete application includes:

• Application Form (online or PDF application)
• Responses to the required essay questions
• Resume/CV
• One Letter of Recommendation
• Unofficial or official Transcript
• Optional proof of English language proficiency

All uploaded documents must be submitted in PDF format.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are made via the Application Portal.

For more information kindly visit the ASU Scholarship webpage.