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MasterCard Foundation provides scholarships to a number of universities in Africa and beyond specifically for African students with financial needs. To be a scholar, you apply to one of the participating institutions and show your need for financial assistance.
Varies by institution
To advance education and financial inclusion to catalyze prosperity in developing countries and Africa at large. All people, no matter where their starting point in life, should have an equal chance to succeed.
African Leadership Academy seeks to transform Africa by developing a powerful network of young leaders who will work together to address Africa's greatest challenges, achieve extraordinary social impact, and accelerate the continent's growth trajectory.
Early and Regular decision
2-year program (A-level inclusive)
Note: ALA is a partnering institution with MasterCard Foundation
Complete application online & submit all academic transcripts
Attend interview
Demonstrate academic rigour and extracurricular excellence
Outstanding nomination from your community
Present yourself as a future leader
ALU is one of the most amazing educational institutions in Africa. It provides access to Education and the capacity needed to be a leader. ALU is not for everyone, it's for the leaders, creators, and dreamers.
Rolling admissions
$3,000 per year
Note: Additional expenses based on university location for first term
Stage 1 - Introduction: Basic form about who you are
Stage 2 - ALU Fit Challenge: Series of online assessments to determine your fit
Stage 3 - Additional Information: Supporting information for your application
Stage 4 - Finances: Understanding financial contribution and financial aid eligibility
At Minerva, we focus on the qualifications that truly indicate your future potential and fit. Our admissions team looks for academic excellence, as well as your areas of passion and individual achievement.
Early Action, Regular decision 1, and Regular decision 2
Note: If you qualify, you will be invited to attend. It is that simple.
Part One: Who You Are - Basic information and accomplishments
Part Two: How You Think - Validated measures across creativity, mathematics, and communications
Part Three: What You Have Achieved - Accomplishments in and out of class
EducationUSA Lagos is part of a network of over 400 Advising Centers in 176 countries. Operating at the Public Affairs Section of the United States Consulate in Lagos, we offer students access to accurate, comprehensive, and current information about higher educational institutions in the United States.
₦2,000 (application) + ₦32,000 (membership)
Attend a free General Orientation Session on any Wednesday by 10am
Bring WASSCE result/transcripts (undergraduate) or degree transcripts (graduate)
Obtain an Approval Form from an EducationUSA Advisor
Make payment at UBA bank branches
Return bank slips, receipts, transcripts and 3 passport photos
Attend member-only session on Thursday at 9am
Participate in EducationUSA activities
These opportunities are waiting for you. Take the first step today and unlock your potential!