Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 American University of Beirut (AUB) Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program aims to prepare young people to become agents of change in their communities, countries, and regions. Scholars participate in a series of workshops, courses, and fieldwork in addition to the requirements of their academic degrees.
Available PhD Programs for Spring 2025/2026
PhD scholarships are available in the following fields:
* Theoretical Physics
* Biomedical Engineering
* Civil Engineering
* Electrical and Computer Engineering
* Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
* Mechanical Engineering
* Epidemiology
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the AUB Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (PhD Scholarships), applicants must:
* Be citizens of a country on the African continent, or refugees living on the African continent.
* Be in good academic standing in their previous degree.
* Demonstrate outstanding talent that exceeds financial resources.
* Show commitment to giving back to their community, country, and region.
* Possess strong leadership skills.
* Commit to attending all additional learning experiences and workshops required by the Scholars Program.
* Be 35 years old or younger.
* Demonstrate Readiness for University Studies in English (RUSE).
Accepted English Proficiency Tests:
* AUB-EN Test
* TOEFL iBT
* IELTS (Academic)
* GRE (Verbal)
* GMAT (Verbal)
* Duolingo English Test (DET)
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How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should follow the steps below to apply:
Step 1: Complete the AUB online graduate application and upload all required supporting documents by the application deadline.
Step 2: Under the Financial Opportunities section of the online graduate application, select “Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.”
Step 3 (Not required for PhD applicants): Complete the AUB Financial Aid Application, which will be accessible within 1–3 working days after submitting the graduate admission application. You will receive an automated email from the Financial Aid Office once access is granted.
Important Note:
For an application to be considered complete, applicants must have submitted both:
1. The AUB Online Graduate Application, and The AUB Financial Aid Application (for non-PhD applicants).
For More Information
Visit the Official Webpage of the [AUB Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program].
Application Deadline: November 6 2025