Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) advances knowledge in science and technology for sustainable development in Africa.
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) advances knowledge in science and technology for sustainable development in Africa. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST provides access to quality university education to academically talented young people in Africa and empowers them to give back to society.
Eligibility
All Applicants and prospective candidates must have in their possession, a genuine and valid WASSCE or GBCE or ABCE or GCE O Level and A Level or their equivalent results from an accredited/recognized institutions. Applicant’s results must not be more than five years old. NO AWAITING RESULTS candidate will be processed for the scholarship.
The candidates must further meet KNUST’s Admission Requirements
The Applicant must demonstrate that he/she has Critical Economic Needs.
The Applicant must have Proven Records of Leadership and Community Engagement(s).
Priority shall be given to;
- Females
- Displaced Persons (Certified Refugees, Internally Displaced Persons, and the like)
- Persons living with Disability
The Applicant must be prepared to Go-Back and Give-Back to his or her Community.
The Applicant must NOT be enrolled in any tertiary institution.
The Scholarship package includes:
Comprehensive financial support (full tuition, fully paid on-campus accommodation, learning materials, transportation and monthly stipend).
Counselling Support Services.
Career Development Services (including Industrial Mentorship, Career Guidance, Professional Development, Enterprise Development among others).
Regular group meetings with other scholars that focus on personal and professional development opportunities and activities tailored to build societal relationships and scholars’ capacity.
Continued academic support through academic mentoring, virtual learning and tutoring.
Opportunities to participate in leadership congresses, community services and mentoring (Go-back Give-Back).
Uniquely sourced internships with industry for Professional development.
The prestige of becoming part of the growing family of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni and networking with the Global Scholars Community.
How to apply:
Download a copy of the 2025/2026 application form for free
Submit the completed application form THROUGH EMS or any other courier mail to:
The Program Manager
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST
No. 1 Africa Hall Road Impact Building
PMB, UPO
KNUST, Kumasi
AK 315 4897
Ghana
2025 APPLICATION DEADLINE: ON OR BEFORE FRIDAY, 30TH MAY 2025!
International Applicants Should Note
When submitting your scholarship application form to the Secretariat, submit these additional documents;
- The printout of your application for admission at KNUST (if available) .
- Original Certificates for Senior High School results (such as WASSCE or GBCE or ABCE or GCE O’Level and A’Level or their equivalent Results).
What Next?
Only shortlisted applicants will be called for interviews which would be held at the MCFSP at KNUST Secretariat.
Interviews will be done by an independent panel constituted by the Vice Chancellor of KNUST.
Verification of All examination results and information provided, as well as community visits of Successful applicants, will be conducted before admission is approved.
Please Note Well:
There are absolutely No Charges/ Fees/ Facilitation/ Agents or Intermediaries Required at any stage of this process. The ENTIRE APPLICATION PROCESS IS FREE AND MCFSP at KNUST HAS NO INTERMEDIARIES.
Inaccurate information or fraudulent misrepresentation on the part of any applicant and any attempt to influence the process will lead to disqualification and a recommendation for dismissal from the Program.
The decisions of the Selection Committee, also constituted by the Vice Chancellor, are Final.
Telephone numbers, Skype IDs and email addresses provided by applicants should be Active at all times to receive critical information on their application.
For further enquiry and assistance on how to apply, please email the Recruitment Team at recruitment.mcf@knust.edu.gh
Applicants are advised to DESIST from calling the Scholars Program at KNUST Secretariat and Program staff to inquire of the status of their application. The Secretariat would inform and contact applicants as and when necessary.
All Applicants must apply to KNUST for undergraduate admission in order to be considered for the scholarship.
Award of the Scholarship will be published on the Program’s (website).
