Fully Funded Pan-Atlantic University Mastercard Foundation Scholarship 2026.

Applications for The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University will open on the 27th of April

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University provides full scholarships to exceptional young Africans facing financial or socio-economic barriers. The program prioritizes young women, refugees and displaced youths, and young persons with disabilities, ensuring inclusive access to world?class education and leadership development.

Benefits

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides comprehensive support to ensure your academic and professional success, including:

• Full tuition coverage
• Accommodation and living expenses
• Mentorship and leadership development
• Internship and career support
• Networking opportunities

Requirements

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Demonstrate academic excellence
• Show leadership potential and a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities
• Demonstrate financial need
• Have passed WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB with 5 credits, including English and Mathematics, and three other relevant subjects in Arts, Sciences, or Social Sciences (in not more than two sittings)
• Have a UTME minimum score of 220(Required UTME subjects: English Language and any three Social Science, Arts, or Science subjects)

Priority Applicants

The programme particularly encourages applications from:

• Young women interested in STEM programmes
• Internally displaced young people
• Young people living with disabilities

Eligible applicants who do not fall within these priority groups are also welcome to apply.

Selection Process

Step 1: Meet the Academic Requirements

• Applicants must have a minimum of five (5) O’Level credits, including Mathematics and English Language, obtained in not more than two sittings.

Step 2: Fill Out the Application Interest Form

• Interested candidates who DO NOT yet have their UTME result should complete the Interest Form to indicate their interest in applying and to begin the screening process.

Step 3: Write the JAMB UTME

• Applicants must sit for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board – Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (JAMB UTME).
•  A minimum score of 220 is required to proceed to the next stage

Step 4: Complete the Online Application Form

• Eligible candidates with current-year UTME results should complete the application form when it opens in May, providing their personal, academic, and background information, along with the required documentation.

Step 5: Screening and Shortlisting for Interviews

• Applications are reviewed to ensure alignment with eligibility criteria and the goals of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
• Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview, which may be conducted in-person or virtually, depending on location and circumstances.

Step 6: Admission and Scholarship Award

• Successful candidates will be notified of admission into Pan-Atlantic University and a formal scholarship award offer under the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.

Method of Application

Applying to the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University does not require any fee.

For More information, please send an email to 

mastercardfoundationscholar@pau.edu.ng

Or call:

Ndidi: +234 708 864 1465

David: +234 701 782 5427

Lekan: +234 813 555 1765

For More Information,

Visit the Official Webpage

Application Deadline: May 22, 2026.