The Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with Arizona State University (ASU), is offering the Innovation and Technology Scholarship 2025 for young African professionals. This fully-funded scholarship aims to equip scholars with advanced skills in technology and innovation through a two-year, on-campus master’s program at ASU.
Available Graduate Programs:
- MS Global Technology and Development
- MS Information Technology
- MS Human Systems Engineering – Intelligent Systems
- MS User Experience
- MS Computer Science
- MS Data Science Analytics & Engineering
- MS Robotics and Autonomous Systems
- MS Civil, Environmental & Sustainable Engineering
- MS Clean Energy Systems
- MS Modern Energy Production and Sustainable Use
Scholarship Benefits:
- Full tuition coverage
- On-campus housing
- Books and study materials
- Visa application processing
- Airfare to and from Phoenix, Arizona
- Medical expenses
- Food and living stipend
- Participation in leadership development and mentorship programs
- A two-month Africa-based internship between the first and second year
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a citizen of an African country
- Aged between 18 and 33 years by the application deadline
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical leadership and community engagement
- Proven academic excellence with an undergraduate degree earned by July 2025
- No prior graduate degree started or completed before August 2025
- Ability to reside in Phoenix, Arizona, for the program’s duration
Application Process:
- Deadline: March 9, 2025, at 23:59 GMT
- Application Link: Apply Here
- Contact: For inquiries, email mastercardfndscholars@asu.edu
This scholarship presents a valuable opportunity for aspiring African leaders to advance their education and contribute to technological and innovative development across the continent.
