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African Leadership University — January 2027 Intake (Mastercard Foundation Scholars)
ALU runs a Mastercard Foundation scholarship that pays the full cost of an ALU degree for young Africans who could not otherwise afford it. Nigerians apply through normal ALU admission and are considered for aid in the same process.
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Last verified 26 Sep 2026
Who it’s for
- Young Africans aged 26 or below
- School leavers with at least B grades in national exams (e.g. WAEC)
- Students who cannot afford ALU fees even with other aid
- Priority for young women, refugees and people with disabilities
What you get
Mastercard Foundation Scholars get full tuition and extra financial support through their degree; other needy students may get ALU tuition grants.
Requirements
- National exam results (B or better for Mastercard scholarship)
- Documents proving financial need
- Supporting academic documents uploaded at stage 2Check the official page
- Identity documentCheck the official page
How to apply
- Start the free application at alueducation.com/apply-now
- Stage 1: fill in the introductory form
- Stage 2: add more details and upload supporting documents
- Stage 3: complete the financial information section to be considered for aid
- Submit by 30 November 2026 for January 2027 entry
Timeline
- Closes30 Nov
Tips from past applicants
Complete the financial section carefully with documents; aid decisions depend on it. Places for the Mastercard award are limited each intake, so apply early.
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