Full Scholarships for Master's and PhD degrees are available for Fall 2023-24.
Join our family of more than 270 Scholars coming from 27 countries!
Become a Mastercard Foundation Scholar at AUB!
About the Program
The American University of Beirut (AUB) offers full scholarships in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at AUB aims to prepare young people to be agents of change in their communities, countries, and regions. Scholars attend a series of workshops, courses, and fieldwork in addition to the courses for their degrees.
Eligibility and Admission Criteria
Graduate (Master's) scholarships are open to:
- Citizens of countries on the African Continent
- Citizens of Lebanon
- Refugees living in Lebanon or on the African Continent
PhD scholarships are open to:
- Citizens of countries on the African Continent
- Refugees living on the African Continent
Selection and admission are based on the following:
- Academic promise
- Talent that exceeds financial resources
- Leadership potential
- Commitment to giving back to the community
- Demonstration of Readiness for University Studies in English (RUSE) by May 5, 2023