American University of Beirut/MasterCard Foundation 2023-2024 Scholarship Program for Sub-Saharan African Students

Published: 13 Oct 2022 2,339 views

American University of Beirut (AUB) and The MasterCard Foundation have partnered to provide scholarships to students at the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS).

This $9 million scholarship program will enable young adults who are sensitive to their communities’ concerns and proactive in their environment to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health or Medical Laboratory Sciences at AUB. In addition to full scholarships and living expenses, The MasterCard Foundation Scholars at AUB will benefit from intensive preparatory courses, mentoring, career counselling, and internships at institutions and organizations relevant to their field of study. A give-back component is incorporated into the program, which allows students to contribute to their communities through several volunteer projects and activities.

AUB/MCF Graduate Program

Application Deadline	November 3, 2022
School to study	American University of Beirut
Type	Edo
Sponsor	Mastercard Foundation
Gender	Men and Women

Benefits of AUB/MCF Graduate Program

The MasterCard Foundation Scholars will be offered:

1. Full tuition scholarships
2. Accommodation
3. Books and computer
4. Living expenses
5. Medical insurance
6. Intensive preparatory courses and SAT courses (as needed)
7. Close supervision and academic support
8. Community engagement opportunities

Requirements for AUB/MCF Graduate Program

scholarships are open to:

1. Nationals of Africa
2. Nationals of Lebanon
3. R efugee and displaced living in Lebanon

Selection Process

Selection and admission are based on:

• Academic promise
• Financial disadvantage
• Leadership potential
• Desire to give back and go back to one’s community

Application Deadline

November 3, 2022

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Mastercard Foundation on graduateadmissions.aub.edu.lb to apply