Opportunities from University of Cape Town Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

The programme provides scholarship and comprehensive support designed to help academically talented young African leaders access a UCT education and develop leadership and career skills. UCT's ordinary undergraduate admission application period has already closed; only applicants who already submitted a UCT bachelor's application and later receive an admission offer can qualify for this scholarship. The undergraduate Scholars Program deadline is 30 September 2026.

Applicants must be citizens of an African country, including South Africa; be applying for their first bachelor's degree; demonstrate academic talent and commitment to excellence; face significant social and economic barriers; show transformative and ethical leadership potential; and commit to serving their communities. UCT admission remains a prerequisite.