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Who can apply

Three different things not to mix up: the country where you study, your nationality and the country where you live when you apply.

Country of study
Egypt · Cairo
Accepted nationalities
All African countries
Required country of residence
All African countries
Degree already heldRequired
Bachelor’s
Target level
Master’s
Fields of study
All fields
Age limit
35 years old at most
Minimum grade
Minimum overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale or equivalent
Other conditions
  • You must demonstrate financial need.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Showcase financial need.
  • Transfer students are not eligible for this fellowship.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Transfers are not eligible for this fellowship.

The real funding

What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.

Fully funded
Tuition and living costs paid.
  • The organisation does not say whether visa fees are paid.
Paid
Tuition, housing, plane ticket and insurance

Application steps

In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.

  1. Step 1: Check how to apply and submit the AUC online application.
    With whom
    You (applicant)
  2. Step 2: Submit the official Mastercard Foundation Scholars online application.
    With whom
    You (applicant)
  3. Step 3: Check the fellowship application cycle deadlines.
    With whom
    You (applicant)

Where to apply

The American University in Cairo (opens in a new tab) · American University in Cairo

Official title (in English): Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

Verified on 1 November 2026

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Official website of The American University in Cairo: applyweb.com

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