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📌 McGill University 2019/2020 Mastercard Foundation Scholarship — Archived

Last updated : February, 2026

Important: The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at McGill University (2019/2020 intake) is no longer available. This post is preserved for historical and informational purposes only.

Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at McGill University 2019/2020

This archived post provides historical information on the 2019/2020 Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at McGill University, Canada, and guides readers to current Mastercard Foundation scholarships for African students.

📘 Overview

McGill University partnered with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program to offer fully-funded undergraduate scholarships to talented students from Sub-Saharan Africa who faced financial barriers. The program provided:

• Tuition and fees coverage

• Housing and living allowances

• Books, supplies, and transportation

• Mentorship, leadership training, and skills development

• Opportunities to contribute to community development in Africa

📅 About the 2019/2020 Scholarship

Applicants were expected to demonstrate:

• Strong academic performance

• Leadership potential

• Community service engagement

• Resilience and willingness to adapt to new environments

Eligibility criteria included:

• Citizenship and residence in Sub-Saharan Africa

• Completion of secondary education with strong grades

• Financial need and economic disadvantage

• Commitment to return to Africa to contribute to social and economic development

Note: Transfer students were not eligible. Certain programs were excluded, including Dentistry, Medicine, Law, Theology, Farm Management, Physical and Occupational Therapy, Music, and Continuing Studies programs.

📌 Historical Context

McGill’s participation in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is part of a global initiative to empower African students through education. Scholars received not only financial support but also mentorship, leadership training, and networking opportunities that prepared them to make a meaningful impact in their home countries.

Since 2013, the program has supported numerous African scholars across institutions including University of Toronto, UBC, Duke, Stanford, University of Edinburgh, and more.

📌 Important Note for Readers

This post does not represent a current scholarship opportunity. For the latest information on scholarships, check the official McGill University scholarship page or the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program website.

🌟 Current Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Opportunities

Even though the 2019/2020 McGill scholarship is closed, African students can explore these active scholarships:

1. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program – African Leadership Universities
   Fully-funded scholarships for undergraduate and master’s students.
   Learn More

2. University of British Columbia (UBC) Mastercard Foundation Scholarships
   Full tuition, living expenses, and leadership development.
   Learn More

3. University of Toronto Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
   Full financial and mentorship support for African students.
   Learn More

4. Other Active African Scholarships
   Check MCFSU Latest Posts for up-to-date opportunities.

💡 Tip: Always verify deadlines and eligibility on the official scholarship websites.