2015 MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Ashesi University College, Ghana

The 2015 MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at Ashesi University College, Ghana is currently open and applications are on-going.
Ashesi University College in a $13 million worth paernership with MasterCard  Foundation would be offering scholarship (financial support) to qualified undergraduate students who need such assistance.

Scholarship Value

Half of the scholarships funded by the Master Card Foundation will be awarded to non-Ghanaians. This scholarship covers not only the full tuition, but also includes housing in Ashesi’s residence halls, meals on campus, a free laptop, spending money and annual trips home for international students after the second year.

Eligibility and Requirements

Typically, scholarships are awarded to students from low income and middle income families. Any family that cannot afford the full fees should complete a financial aid application form and return it with their admissions application.
The Scholarship Committee will determine the amount of your award on the basis of demonstrated need and the strength of your application.
You will need to submit a letter requesting why you need scholarship. Families will also be required to submit bank statements, pay slips and any other relevant documentation. The more information you can include to support your inability to pay the full fees, the easier it will be to process your request. Students who receive scholarships typically achieve mostly A’s and B’s on their transcripts and national exam results
The decision to make an offer of admission is done independently of scholarship applications and decisions. The Admissions Office first determines which applicants are most qualified to attend Ashesi. A Scholarship Committee then makes an independent decision regarding scholarship awards.

Application Procedure and Deadline

Applicants are advised to visit the two links provided below for detailed information on how to go about applying for the scholarship. The deadline for applications is scheduled as below:
Early Admissions:
Application Deadline: 31st March, 2015
Regular Admissions:
Application Deadline: 30th June, 201 5
Late Application:
Application Deadline: 25th August, 2015
Official Scholarship Website: http://www.ashesi.edu.gh/news-and-events/1590-ashesi-named-one-of-nine-top-schools-participating-in-500-million-the-mastercard-foundation-scholars-program-.html
Ashesi University College, Ghana (How to Apply link) – http://www.ashesi.edu.gh/admissions/how-to-apply.html