ALCHE Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2027 flyer, apply by 14 November 2026

The African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE) in Mauritius offers full-ride Mastercard Foundation Scholarships to talented young Africans who could not otherwise afford university. The scholarship covers full tuition plus additional financial support throughout your studies. International applicants should apply by 14 November 2026 for the February 2027 intake.

This guide focuses on the scholarship and its five-step application. For ALCHE’s general entry requirements, see our ALCHE 2027 Admissions guide, and for other Mastercard Foundation programmes open now, see our Mastercard Foundation Scholarships roundup.

Key Details

University: African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE), Mauritius
Scholarship: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Level: undergraduate
Funding: full ride — tuition plus additional support
Places: very limited each intake
Deadline: 14 November 2026 for international applicants (February 2027 intake); Mauritian students by 23 January 2027

Benefits

full tuition for your whole programme at ALCHE
additional financial support during your studies (details are set out in the official Scholarship Application Guide)
study at ALCHE, where students “declare missions, not majors” and learn through peer-led, practical work
access to the Mastercard Foundation Scholars network across Africa

Eligibility

you must first meet ALCHE’s admission requirements — only applicants eligible for admission can apply for the scholarship
genuine financial need: you cannot afford ALCHE tuition with any other aid
substantial socio-economic disadvantage, backed by official documents
strong academic results
leadership potential and a commitment to making a difference in your community

The programme is aimed at students from across the African continent.

How to Apply: The Five Steps

Apply for admission through the ALCHE application portal.
Scholarship eligibility check: answer extra questions that show whether you qualify for the Mastercard Foundation programme.
Scholarship application form: give household income, personal details (including humanitarian and guardianship status), how your secondary school was paid for, essays and video answers, plus referral letters from respected people in your community.
ALCHE Fit Challenge: an online set of exercises taking about 25 minutes.
Review and selection by the scholarship committee.

Read the full ALCHE Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program page and its Scholarship Application Guide before you start.

Documents to Prepare

secondary school results and certificates
proof of household income or financial situation (for example a letter from a local leader, payslips or social-welfare documents)
evidence of how your school fees were paid (sponsor letters, bursaries)
at least one referral letter from a respected community member, teacher or religious leader
a passport or national ID

Tips

Start early: gathering financial documents can take weeks.
Be honest and specific about your circumstances — claims must be backed by documents.
Use your essays and videos to show leadership: a club you started, a family responsibility, a community project.
Record your video in a quiet place with good light, and speak naturally.
Finish the Fit Challenge as soon as it is sent so you don’t miss the deadline.