The MasterCard Foundation funds citizens and residents of Sub-Saharan Africa for graduate studies at Michigan State University, USA. The fields of study at MSU include agriculture and natural resources; veterinary medicine; natural sciences; and many others.

Among other criteria, applicants should be able to demonstrate:

The MasterCard Foundation funds citizens and residents of Sub-Saharan Africa for graduate studies at Michigan State University, USA. The fields of study at MSU include agriculture and natural resources; veterinary medicine; natural sciences; and many others.

Among other criteria, applicants should be able to demonstrate:

• Prior completion of a Bachelors Degree from an African University, with academic achievements suggesting continued academic success as a graduate student;
• Strong commitment to a professional path in line with an area of study that can positively impact Africa.

The university posts instructions and the scholarship application form. Completed applications must be sent to the appropriate university department before 15 February 2013.