Pan-Atlantic University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

📖 About the Program

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Pan-Atlantic University (PAU) is dedicated to:

• Providing access to high-quality education: Ensuring that talented individuals have the opportunity to pursue their academic goals.
• Developing future leaders: Cultivating entrepreneurial spirit, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to social responsibility within Scholars.
• Fostering career success: Equipping Scholars with the necessary skills, connections, and experiences to thrive in the professional world through internships, mentorship, and career guidance.
• Driving positive social change: Empowering Scholars to contribute to their communities through impactful service projects.

🗓 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: May 27, 2025
• Application Deadline: Ongoing
• Category:
  • Bachelors
  • Fully Funded
  • Undergraduate
• Opportunity Location: Nigeria
• Eligible Locations: Nigeria

🎁 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

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Demonstrate academic excellence.
• Show leadership potential.
• Demonstrate financial need.
• Be young women interested in STEM programs.
• Be internally displaced young people.
• Be young people with disabilities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to giving back to their community.
• Have passed WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB with 5 credits, including English and Mathematics, and three other subjects in Arts, Sciences, or Social Sciences in no more than two sittings.
• Achieve a UTME minimum score of 220 (The required UTME subjects are English Language and any three of Social Science, Arts, or Science subjects).

📝 Application Process

Step 1: Indicate Interest (Awaiting UTME)

Candidates with a minimum of five O’Level credits (including Mathematics and English Language in no more than two sittings) who do not yet have their UTME results should fill out the Interest Form.

Step 2: Begin Application (UTME Ready)

Candidates with both five O’Level credits (including Mathematics and English Language within two sittings) AND a minimum UTME score of 220 in the current year should start their application using this form.

🔍 Selection Process

1. Meet the Academic Requirements

   • Applicants must have a minimum of five (5) O’Level credits, including Mathematics and English Language, in no more than two sittings.

2. Fill Out the Application Interest Form

   • Interested candidates who DO NOT have their UTME result should complete the Interest Form to indicate their desire to apply and begin the screening process.

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.

4. Complete the Online Application Form

   • Eligible candidates who have the current year UTME results should complete the application form, providing personal, academic, and background information, including documentation.

5. Screening and Shortlisting for Interviews

   • Applications are reviewed for alignment with eligibility and Scholars Program goals.
   • Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview, which may be held in-person or virtually, depending on location and circumstance.

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.

📞 Contact Information

For more details, please contact:

• Email: mastercardfoundationscholar@pau.edu.ng
• Phone:
  • Ndidi: +234 708 864 1465
  • David: +234 701 782 5427
  • Lekan: +234 813 555 1765

🌐 Application Portal

• View details of the Pan-Atlantic University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
• Apply for the program using this link.

This opportunity is a fantastic chance for eligible candidates to achieve their academic and professional dreams while contributing to their communities. Don't miss out!

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