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		<title>2025 Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST: A Complete Guide for African Students</title>
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<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Are you an academically talented African student with financial constraints? The 2025 Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) offers a life-changing opportunity to pursue your undergraduate education in Ghana. Applications for this fully-funded scholarship are now open until May 30, 2025.</p>
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<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">What is the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST?</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST is a strategic partnership between KNUST and the Mastercard Foundation (headquartered in Toronto, Canada). This initiative aims to educate and empower academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people from across Africa.</p>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">The program has an ambitious goal of training 2,250 scholars over a 15-year period:</p>
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">750 Scholars in Phase I (2014-2019)</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">1,500 Scholars in Phase II (2019-2029)</li>
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<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">This significant investment seeks to contribute to societal change and the transformation of Africa by developing the next generation of ethical leaders.</p>
<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Scholarship Benefits</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST offers a comprehensive support package that includes:</p>
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Full tuition coverage</strong> for your entire degree program</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Fully paid on-campus accommodation</strong></li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Monthly stipend</strong> for personal expenses</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Laptop</strong> and learning materials</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Transportation</strong> allowance</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Counseling support services</strong></li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Career development services</strong> including:
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Industrial mentorship</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Career guidance</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Professional development</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Enterprise development opportunities</li>
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Leadership development</strong> through regular group meetings and activities</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Academic support</strong> through mentoring, virtual learning, and tutoring</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Internship opportunities</strong> specially sourced from industry partners</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Community service opportunities</strong> through the &#8220;Go-back Give-back&#8221; initiative</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words"><strong>Access to the global Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni network</strong></li>
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<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Eligibility Requirements</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">To qualify for the 2025 KNUST Mastercard Foundation Scholarship, you must:</p>
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Have valid WASSCE, GBCE, ABCE, GCE O Level and A Level, or equivalent results from an accredited institution (results must not be more than five years old)</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Meet KNUST&#8217;s standard admission requirements</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Demonstrate critical economic need</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Show proven records of leadership and community engagement</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Commit to &#8220;Go-Back and Give-Back&#8221; to your community</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Not be currently enrolled in any tertiary institution</li>
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<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words"><strong>Priority consideration is given to:</strong></p>
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Female applicants</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Displaced persons (certified refugees, internally displaced persons)</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Persons living with disabilities</li>
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<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words"><strong>Note:</strong> Candidates with awaiting results will not be processed for the scholarship.</p>
<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Required Documents</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">When applying, be prepared to submit:</p>
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Completed application form</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Printout of your application for admission at KNUST (if available)</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Original certificates for your Senior High School results</li>
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<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Application Process</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">Follow these steps to apply for the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST:</p>
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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Download the application form from the official KNUST Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program website</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Complete the form accurately and thoroughly</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Submit your application via EMS or any other courier service to:</li>
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<div class="prismjs code-block__code !my-0 !rounded-lg !text-sm !leading-relaxed"><code><span class="">The Program Manager<br />
</span><span class="">Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST<br />
</span><span class="">No. 1 Africa Hall Road Impact Building<br />
</span><span class="">PMB, UPO KNUST, Kumasi AK 315 4897<br />
</span><span class="">Ghana</span></code></div>
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<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Application Deadline</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">The deadline for submitting applications is <strong>May 30, 2025</strong>. We recommend applying early as the selection process is highly competitive.</p>
<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Why Apply for This Scholarship?</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST goes beyond financial support. It creates a pathway for talented young Africans to access quality education, develop leadership skills, and contribute meaningfully to the transformation of their communities and the African continent.</p>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">As a Mastercard Foundation Scholar, you&#8217;ll join a growing network of change-makers committed to addressing the challenges facing Africa through innovation, ethical leadership, and community service.</p>
<h2 class="text-xl font-bold text-text-200 mt-1 -mb-0.5">Final Thoughts</h2>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at KNUST represents an exceptional opportunity for academically talented but financially constrained African students to pursue their dreams of higher education. If you meet the eligibility criteria and are passionate about making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply before the May 30, 2025 deadline.</p>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words">For more information and to download the application form, visit the <a class="underline" href="https://mcf.knust.edu.gh/">official KNUST Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program website</a>.</p>
<p class="whitespace-pre-wrap break-words"><em>Note: This information is based on the 2025 scholarship details. Always check the official program website for the most up-to-date information.</em></p>
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