Deadline: 10 October 2025
Host country: Canada
Study destination: University of Toronto
Category: PhD / Postgraduate Scholarships
Eligible applicants: Citizens of Sub-Saharan African nations
The University of Toronto, in partnership with the Africa Health Collaborative, is inviting applications for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program 2026–2027. This fully funded Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) scholarship supports outstanding African graduates committed to driving public health and community development across the continent.
Eligibility
- Citizen and resident of a Sub-Saharan African country
- Graduate of an Africa Health Collaborative partner institution
- No prior enrollment in doctoral-level coursework
- Proven record of academic excellence and leadership
- Must meet academic entry requirements for the DrPH program
- Strong commitment to return home for the final two years to contribute to social and economic development
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition coverage
- Living stipend
- Accommodation and food allowance
- Travel costs (including round-trip airfare)
- Books and academic resources
- Comprehensive academic and personal support throughout the program
- Orientation and integration programs at the start of study
Key Details
- Language requirement: IELTS not required
- Application deadline: 10 October 2025
This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring African public health leaders to study at one of the world’s top universities and gain the expertise to drive meaningful health transformation.
For further details, please see the scholarship’s website.
