CANADA: Fully Funded Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto (U of T) 2025 

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto offers fully funded graduate studies, empowering scholars to advance healthcare in Africa upon their return. Apply Below:

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the CANADA: Fully Funded Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto(U of T) 2025 is  November 4, 2024, at noon (Toronto time).

Tell Me About The Fully Funded Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto:

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto (U of T) is a fully funded scholarship program for graduate studies at Canada’s leading institution of learning, discovery, and knowledge creation. U of T is proud to be one of the world’s top research-intensive universities, driven to invent and innovate.

Also, prospective Mastercard Foundation Scholars will develop their capacity and networks to engage in diverse healthcare professions and healthcare ecosystems in Africa. Upon completion of the program, it’s expected that Mastercard Foundation Scholars will return to their home countries and engage in self-employment or work in a range of health-related professions to advance the health outcomes within their countries upon completion.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

The following fields are eligible:

• Master of Occupational and Environmental Health 
• Master of Social and Behavioural Health Sciences 
• Master of Health Administration 
• Master of Financial Insurance 
• Master of Engineering (Biomedical)  
• Master of Biotechnology (for May 2026 start) 

Type:

Scholarship 

Who can Apply For The Fully Funded Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto?

Also, applicants are to meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen and currently residing in a Sub-Saharan African country
• Be graduating or have graduated within the last 5 years from a partner institution of the Africa Health Collaborative (listed on page one) and have not yet started studies at the graduate level
• Have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership qualities during his/her undergraduate years
• Be academically admissible to one of the sponsored graduate programs listed above
• Demonstrate a desire and commitment to return home following graduation to contribute to the ongoing economic growth and social development in Africa

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Which Countries Are Eligible?

African countries 

Where will the Award be Taken?

Toronto, Canada

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of the Award?

Also, Scholars in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Toronto are provided with full financial assistance for the duration of their graduate studies.  This includes travel expenses to Canada (including obtaining a passport and visa application fees), tuition, housing, food, health insurance, laptop, learning materials, and other expenses. 

How Long Will the Award Last?

Duration of program

How to Apply:

To apply, visit the webpage below. 

Visit the Award Webpage for Details