Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships 2025

Applications are now open for the 2025 Mastercard Foundation AfOx Scholarship Programme. The University of Oxford and the Mastercard Foundation have established an innovative and ambitious partnership under the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program and the Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx). In partnership with the Saïd Business School Foundation, up to seven AfOx Graduate Scholarships are available for the 2025-26 MBA programme. 

Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarships are available for applicants who are African nationals, are ordinarily resident in African countries, and who can demonstrate a commitment to Africa’s development. The scholarships cover course fees and a grant for living costs, as well as tailor-made training programmes, networking opportunities and support for students before, during and following their time at Oxford. 

Value

Full course fees and a grant for living costs of at least £19,237

Number available

Up to seven

Eligibility criteria

• Open to African citizens who are ordinarily resident in Africa and who can demonstrate a commitment to Africa’s development.
• View the AfOx Graduate Scholarships website to see more about the scholarship and its criteria.