The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program at the American University of Beirut (AUB) offers fully funded PhD scholarships for young African leaders committed to making a difference in their communities. The program supports scholars with a combination of advanced academic study, leadership development workshops, and community engagement. PhD fields open for Spring 2025-26 include Theoretical Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Environmental and Water Resources Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Epidemiology.
Benefits of the Scholarship Program
- Full funding for tuition, fees, and living expenses during the PhD program.
- Participation in workshops, courses, and fieldwork designed to enhance leadership skills and community impact.
- Supportive academic and professional development environment at AUB.
Name of Organizer
Mastercard Foundation & American University of Beirut (AUB)
Requirements/ Eligibility Criteria
- Citizens of countries on the African Continent
- Refugees living on the African Continent
- Good academic standing in the previous degree
- Talent that exceeds financial resources
- Commitment to giving back to the community, country, and region
- Leadership skills
- Commitment to attend all the additional learning experiences and workshops required by the Scholars Program
- 35 years or younger
- Demonstration of Readiness for University Studies in English.
Deadline
6th November,2025.
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