Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University 2025-2026 for Nigerians

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The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) is now accepting applications for 2025-2026. As Nigeria’s first university partner in this initiative, PAU aims to support 650 scholars over ten years, fostering future leaders committed to social impact across Africa. The program offers full scholarships covering tuition, accommodation, and living expenses, along with mentorship, internships, and career development opportunities. Eligibility criteria include academic excellence, leadership potential, financial need, and specific groups such as young women in STEM, internally displaced persons, and individuals with disabilities. Applicants must have passed relevant exams with at least five credits, including English and Mathematics, and meet minimum UTME scores. Prospective students can apply now based on their current examination status.

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. This prestigious initiative marks a significant milestone as Pan-Atlantic University becomes the first Nigerian institution to partner with the Mastercard Foundation, reflecting a strong commitment to transforming education and empowering future leaders across Africa.

Over the next ten years, Pan-Atlantic University aims to support and educate a total of 650 Mastercard Foundation Scholars. These scholars are envisioned to be not only outstanding students but also influential leaders and changemakers who will make meaningful contributions both during their academic journey and long after graduation. A fundamental principle of the program is fostering a culture of giving back, encouraging scholars to serve and uplift their communities across Africa.

At Pan-Atlantic University, this commitment to community engagement is actively realized through various volunteer initiatives and community service opportunities. Scholars are encouraged to participate in projects that create tangible and lasting positive impacts, reinforcing the program’s emphasis on social responsibility and leadership.

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University is dedicated to several key objectives:

– Providing Access to High-Quality Education: Ensuring talented and deserving individuals from diverse backgrounds can pursue their academic ambitions without financial barriers.

– Developing Future Leaders: Cultivating entrepreneurial skills, leadership qualities, and a strong sense of social responsibility among scholars to prepare them for impactful careers.

– Fostering Career Success: Equipping scholars with essential skills, professional networks, and practical experiences through internships, mentorship, and career development programs to help them excel in their chosen fields.

– Driving Positive Social Change: Empowering scholars to initiate and lead community service projects that address societal challenges and promote sustainable development.

Scholarship Support Includes:

– Full coverage of tuition fees
– Accommodation and living expenses
– Mentorship and leadership development programs
– Internship and career support services
– Networking opportunities within and beyond Africa

Eligibility Criteria:

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

– Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential
– Show financial need
– Be young women interested in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) programs
– Be internally displaced individuals or young people with disabilities
– Exhibit a strong commitment to giving back to their communities
– Have passed WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB examinations with at least five credits, including English and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings

Standardized Test Requirement:

– Achieve a minimum UTME score of 220, with English Language and any three subjects from Social Science, Arts, or Science disciplines

Application Process:

 

 

• Indicate Interest (Awaiting UTME): Candidates with a minimum of five O’Level credits (including Mathematics and English Language in no more than two sittings) who do not yet have their UTME results should fill out this form.
• Begin Application (UTME Ready): Candidates with both five O’Level credits (including Mathematics and English Language within two sittings) AND a minimum UTME score of 220 in the current year should click here to start their application now.

In conclusion, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University represents a transformative opportunity for talented and motivated individuals across Africa. By providing comprehensive financial support, leadership development, and community engagement opportunities, the program aims to nurture a new generation of leaders committed to social change and sustainable development. As Pan-Atlantic University embarks on this historic partnership, it underscores its dedication to fostering educational excellence, inclusivity, and impactful service. Aspiring scholars are encouraged to seize this chance to advance their academic and leadership potential, contributing to a brighter, more equitable future for Africa and beyond.

For more information, visit MCFSP at PAU.