Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the American University of Beirut (AUB): Fully Funded Undergraduate and Post-graduate Scholarships 2026–2027

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the American University of Beirut (AUB) offers fully funded undergraduate and graduate scholarships for talented young people with demonstrated leadership potential and a strong commitment to community service. Hosted by AUB’s Faculty of Health Sciences, the program is designed to promote population health and well-being through quality higher education while preparing Scholars to become agents of change in their communities, countries, and regions.

About the Program

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides comprehensive financial support and a holistic learning experience. In addition to degree coursework, Scholars participate in leadership development workshops, personal and professional skills training, community engagement activities, and fieldwork. The program emphasizes academic advancement, personal development, cultural exchange, civic engagement, and community service.

Study Location

• Country: Lebanon

• City: Beirut

• Institution: American University of Beirut (AUB)

Level of Study

• Undergraduate

• Postgraduate (Master’s and PhD)

Admissions Status

• Open

Eligible Personal Circumstances

• Students with disabilities

• Refugees and displaced persons

Announcements for Fall 2026–2027

• Applications for on-campus master’s scholarships (thesis and non-thesis tracks) are now open.
  Application deadline: March 12, 2026

• Applications for online graduate scholarships are now open.
  Application deadline: May 18, 2026

On-Campus Graduate Scholarships (Master’s & PhD)

Who Can Apply

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

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be 35 years old or younger

• Have strong academic standing in their previous degree

• Demonstrate talent that exceeds financial resources

• Show leadership potential and commitment to community engagement

• Commit to additional learning experiences and workshops required by the Scholars Program

• Demonstrate Readiness for University Studies in English (RUSE) by May 31, 2026

Accepted English proficiency tests include:

• AUB-EN test

• TOEFL iBT

• IELTS (Academic)

• GRE (Verbal)

• GMAT (Verbal)

• Duolingo English Test (DET)

How to Apply

1. Complete the AUB online graduate application and upload all required documents by the deadline.

2. Select Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program under the Financial Opportunities section of the application.

3. For master’s applicants (not required for PhD): Complete the AUB Financial Aid Application, accessible after submitting the graduate application.

Important: Applications are considered complete only after submitting both the AUB online graduate application and the AUB Financial Aid Application.

More information on graduate education at AUB

Online Graduate Scholarships

Application Deadline

• May 18, 2026

Eligibility

• Applicants must be citizens of countries on the African continent.

Available Online Master’s Programs

• Master’s in​​ Engineering Management​ (Online)
• Master’s in Computing in Education (Online)​​
• Master’s in Business Administration  (Online)
• Master in Master in Nursing Administration and Management​ (online)
  
• ​Executive Master in Healthcare Leadership​ (Online)

Each program may have additional admissions requirements; applicants should review the individual program pages for details.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be 35 years old or younger

• Have strong academic standing

• Demonstrate financial need, leadership potential, and community engagement

• Commit to required program workshops and learning experiences

• Demonstrate RUSE by June 30, 2026

Accepted English proficiency tests include:

• TOEFL iBT

• IELTS (Academic)

• GRE (Verbal)

• GMAT (Verbal)

• Duolingo English Test (DET)

How to Apply

Interested applicants should:

​Step ​1: Complete the AUB online graduate application and upload supporting documents by May 18​, 2026​.

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Step ​2:  Submit RUSE ​scores by June 30, 2026.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For an application to be conside​red complete, applicants must have completed (1) the AUB online graduate application and (2) submit RUSE scores.

More information on online graduate education at AUB

Important: Applications are considered complete only after submitting the AUB online graduate application and RUSE scores.

Undergraduate Scholarships

Important Announcement

• Undergraduate scholarships are restricted to students from African countries.

• Selection is conducted through AUB partner organizations on the African continent.

Prospective undergraduate applicants are encouraged to review undergraduate education options at AUB through official channels.

Useful Links

• Applications for on-campus ​masters scholarships for Fall 2026-27 are now ​open​​​.
• Applications for online graduate scholarships for Fall 2026-27 are now open​​​.
• ​For more information about The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, please visit the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Prog​ram​​ website​​​
• For information about AUB and Lebanon please visit the Office of International Programs  at AUB​

Contact Information

Applicants are encouraged to review all eligibility and application details carefully. For specific questions:

• Telephone: +961-1-350000 (ext. 4950)

• Location: AUB, Reynolds Hall, 5th Floor

• Offices: 508, 513, 515, 517, 519

• Email: scholarsprogram@aub.edu.lb

Why Apply to the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at AUB

This fully funded scholarship at one of the Middle East’s leading universities combines academic excellence with leadership development, community engagement, and global exposure. For young leaders from Africa, Lebanon, and refugee communities, the program offers a unique pathway to high-quality education and meaningful social impact. Please visit their website for more information.