Sciences Po MasterCard Scholarship 2025 in France (Fully Funded)
The Sciences Po MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program 2025 in France offers full scholarships to exceptional students from Sub-Saharan Africa. Designed to nurture future leaders, this program provides financial support covering tuition, accommodation, living expenses, and a monthly stipend. Scholars also gain access to career services, internships, and networking opportunities. The scholarship is aimed at students pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies at Sciences Po, one of Europe’s leading universities, fostering global talent and leadership from diverse African backgrounds.
Benefits:
- Full tuition coverage
- Stipend for living expenses
- Travel support to and from France
- Leadership workshops and networking
- Pre-departure support and tailored assistance upon arrival
- Official welcome program for integration in the first few weeks
- Reserved housing in Paris for scholars
- Personalized academic and social support throughout studies
- Career guidance, job fairs, and internship opportunities in Africa
- Mentoring program with the Sciences Po Alumni Africa Division
- Access to general student resources and support systems
Eligibility Criteria:
- Hold citizenship in a Sub-Saharan African country (dual citizenship with European Economic Area countries makes candidates ineligible)
- Must have completed or be enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree at one of Sciences Po’s partner institutions
- Alternatively, must have participated in a foundation or mentoring program with a Mastercard Foundation partner.
- Demonstrate genuine financial need with supporting documents.
- Show commitment to driving change in Africa, especially in public policy, politics, or societal transitions.
- Be under 35 at the start of the Master’s program.
- Must not already hold or be completing a Master’s degree
- Must apply for a two-year Master’s program at one of Sciences Po’s Graduate Schools (not eligible for one-year, dual, or joint programs)
Required Documents:
- Completed application form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of Sub-Saharan African citizenship
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Financial need documentation
- Personal statement on leadership and commitment to Africa
- Two recommendation letters
- Proof of Bachelor’s degree from a partner institution
- Valid passport or ID
- Language proficiency test (if required)
Application Timeline:
- Application Platform Opens: September 2024
- Application Deadline: December 1, 2024
- Admissions Decisions Released: Mid-February 2025
- Scholarship Allocation Decisions Released: From March 2025
- Master’s Programs Begin: End of August 2025
