Description

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at McGill supports African students who demonstrate strong academic potential, sustained community engagement and a commitment to contributing to their region’s development. Selection begins with a programme-specific eligibility stage before a complete university admission application is requested. The official page states that this first stage opens on 3 August and closes on 21 August at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. Selected candidates are then invited to submit a McGill admission application under the communicated schedule. Programme funding and support address the principal needs associated with graduate study. The editorial review used the official organisation page. Applicants should prepare the file directly from those instructions, include every requested supporting item and avoid paid intermediaries. The confirmed deadline is 21 August 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time; submitting early leaves time to correct a rejected document or a technical problem before the portal closes.

Official source and verification

Eligibility criteria

• Meet the country and programme rules
• Show academic strength and financial need
• Demonstrate community engagement

Application procedure