The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Sciences Po offers fully funded support to outstanding students from Africa who wish to study in France. This prestigious program is available for master’s degree studies in social sciences.
Sciences Po collaborates with the Mastercard Foundation to sponsor this scheme for deserving candidates. Courses at the university are taught in English and French.
Established in 1872, Sciences Po, also known as the Paris Institute of Political Studies, is a private and public university in Paris, France. This tertiary institution holds the status of grande école and the legal status of grand établissement.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this scholarship, you must:
- Be a citizen of an African country
- Not be older than 35 years
- Enroll in a Master’s degree course.
- Prove language proficiency (French and English)
- Refugee or asylum seekers are also eligible
Eligible Courses
- Business Administration
- Information Sciences
- Journalism
- Law
- Social Sciences
Required Documents
These are the documents you must submit during the application.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Official transcripts
- BSc certificate
Benefits of Scholarship
The scholarship provides students with full tuition fee. There will be free accommodation, monthly stipend, medical insurance, assistance with visa fee and international travel.
Application Procedure
- Applicant should go to the website
- Secure admission to an eligible master’s program
- Download the scholarship application form
- Complete and submit it online
Deadline/Expiration: November 30, 2025
