Overview

The American University of Beirut, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has opened applications for its Online Graduate Scholarship Program for the Fall 2026–27 academic year. This fully funded initiative is designed to support talented African students in pursuing high-quality online master’s degrees.

Eligibility

Be a citizen of an African country
Be 35 years old or younger at the time of application
Demonstrate strong academic performance in previous studies
Show financial need (talent exceeding financial resources)
Exhibit leadership potential and community involvement
Commit to participating in additional training and workshops
Demonstrate readiness for English-language university study

Benefits

The scholarship is fully funded, providing comprehensive support to selected candidates, including:

Full coverage of tuition fees
Access to online learning resources and platforms
Participation in leadership development programs and workshops
Inclusion in the Mastercard Foundation Scholars global network

How to Apply

The application process consists of two main steps:

Step 1: Complete the AUB online graduate application and upload all required supporting documents by May 18, 2026.
Step 2: Provide RUSE-compliant test scores by June 30, 2026.