American University in Cairo Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2027

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the American University in Cairo (AUC) offers fully funded scholarships to talented young Africans who face financial barriers. AUC is one of the leading universities in Africa and the Middle East, and all programmes are taught in English.

The scholarship is open to bachelor's and master's students.

What the scholarship covers

Bachelor's (undergraduate):

• Full tuition and fees
• A stipend for the fall and spring semesters
• Housing in AUC residences (for students not from Cairo or Giza)
• One laptop
• Medical services and health insurance
• AUC bus subscription or travel allowance
• Intensive English training for selected students
• One round-trip flight a year for students living outside Egypt
• Special software or equipment for students with disabilities

Master's (graduate):

• Tuition for nine credits per semester
• A stipend for the fall and spring semesters
• One laptop, student fees, health insurance and housing (for those outside Cairo)
• Round-trip airfare for fellows living outside Egypt
• Possible extra funding for research, publications and conferences

Who can apply

All applicants:

• Citizens of an African country (including North Africa) who live in Africa
• Strong academic results
• Financial need
• Meet AUC's admission requirements

Bachelor's applicants:

• Secondary school graduates (transfer students are not eligible)
• Active in extracurricular activities
• English: IELTS 5.5 (writing 5.5), TOEFL 62 (writing 17) or Duolingo 115

Master's applicants:

• 35 or younger when applying
• A bachelor's degree with a GPA of 3.2/4.0 or equivalent

How to apply

1. Apply to AUC through the online admission application, and answer "Yes" to the scholarship question.
2. Complete the AUC scholarship application and tick the box to be considered for scholarships, including the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. Master's applicants also complete the separate Mastercard Foundation Scholars online application.
3. Submit the financial assessment application with your financial documents when you receive the link. This step is mandatory.

Deadlines for fall 2027

Tips

• Apply early. Bachelor's applicants who apply by 1 February get priority.
• Prepare your financial documents now. The financial assessment is mandatory.
• Show leadership and community service in your application.
• For questions, email [email protected].
• Applying is free. Never pay anyone who promises a Mastercard Foundation scholarship.