Opportunity at Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC (2027/2028)
🎓 Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC (2027/2028)
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at The University of British Columbia (UBC) in Vancouver, Canada, is pleased to announce its Expression of Interest (EOI) for Master’s degree studies for the 2027/2028 academic year.
This fully funded scholarship equips outstanding young African leaders and refugees with the knowledge, skills, and global networks to drive positive social change and economic transformation in their home communities.
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📌 Supported Degree Programs
Eligible candidates who complete the EOI process may be invited to apply for one of the following Master’s programs at UBC’s Vancouver campus:
Faculty of Forestry
Master of Sustainable Forest Management (MSFM)
Master of International Forestry (MIF)
Master of Geomatics for Environmental Management (MGEM)
Master of Urban Forestry Leadership (MUFL)
Master of Science (MSc) / Master of Applied Science (MASc) in Forestry (Thesis-based)
Faculty of Land and Food Systems
Master of Food and Resource Economics (MFRE)
Master of Food Science (MFS)
Faculty of Science
Master of Data Science (MDS)
💰 Scholarship Coverage & Benefits
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides comprehensive, fully funded financial and institutional support, including:
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Full tuition and text books
Round-trip airfare and immigration/visa support
Full room and board on campus
Monthly living-expense stipends
Comprehensive health insurance
Tailored career services and mentorship
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Access to the Mastercard Foundation global alumni network
Social entrepreneurship and community-engaged learning opportunities
📋 General Eligibility Criteria
Citizenship / Status: Must be a citizen or recognized refugee of an African country.
https://mcfscholars.ubc.ca/ – The University of British Columbia
Education: Must hold a completed Bachelor’s degree and not already possess a Master’s degree.
https://mcfscholars.ubc.ca/ – The University of British Columbia
Age Limit: Must be 35 years of age or younger at the time of application (born in 1990 or later).
https://mcfscholars.ubc.ca/ – The University of British Columbia
Leadership & Impact: Must demonstrate academic potential, community involvement, and a strong commitment to returning to contribute to Africa’s development.
Opportunity Tracker
🗓️ Application Timeline
Stage Date / Window Details
Stage 1 September 6, 2026 (Deadline) Expression of Interest (EOI) Submission
Stage 2 September 15 – 30, 2026 Full Scholarship Application (Invited Candidates Only)
Stage 3 November 1 – 20, 2026 Official UBC Faculty Application
⚠️ Important Notice: Submitting the Expression of Interest is mandatory. Only candidates evaluated as eligible after September 6, 2026 will receive an invitation to submit the full scholarship application.
🔗 How to Apply
Select the appropriate stream below to submit your Expression of Interest:
General Stream Application Form (For all eligible applicants except refugees)
https://mcfscholars.ubc.ca/ – The University of British Columbia
Refugee & Displaced Persons Stream Form (For refugees and internally displaced persons)
https://mcfscholars.ubc.ca/ – The University of British Columbia
For full details, program specifications, and requirements, visit the official UBC Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Portal.
