Top schools that offer MasterCard Foundation scholarships to international students without IELTS requirement

The MasterCard Foundation Scholarship is one of the most prestigious scholarship programs available to students from Sub-Saharan Africa. It provides fully funded opportunities for Africans to pursue degrees at top-ranked universities around the world. One of the great things about the MasterCard Foundation Scholarship is that some partner schools do not require IELTS or TOEFL for admission. This opens up opportunities for more students to access world-class education. Here are some top schools that offer MasterCard Foundation scholarships without an English language proficiency test requirement.

The University of Edinburgh in Scotland is consistently ranked among the top 50 universities globally. As a MasterCard Foundation partner, the University of Edinburgh does not require IELTS or TOEFL from MasterCard scholars. Students are still expected to have a high level of English, but the university will consider their academic background and achievements in place of a standardized English test. The University of Edinburgh offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across subjects like science, engineering, arts, and business.

The University of Ghana is the number one ranked university in Ghana and among the best in Africa. For MasterCard Foundation scholars, the University of Ghana waives the IELTS and TOEFL requirements for admission into most of its programs. The university has very competitive programs in areas such as medicine, pharmacy, engineering and law. It is considered a top choice for Ghanaians and Africans wanting to study in a world-class institution while still staying within their home country.

The American University in Cairo (AUC) in Egypt is another excellent option. As the top-ranked university in Egypt and all of North Africa, AUC does not require proof of English proficiency like IELTS or TOEFL for MasterCard Foundation Scholars. AUC offers undergraduate and graduate programs across a wide range of topics including business, media, computer science, and public health. Its beautiful midtown Cairo campus and diverse student body provide a top-notch international education experience.

The University of Fort Hare in East London, South Africa, is one of the oldest universities on the continent. It has a long tradition of admitting students based on their academic merit rather than insisting on standardized tests. As such, the University of Fort Hare does not require IELTS or TOEFL from MasterCard Foundation scholars either. It has strong programs in law, education, science, and commerce available at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

In summary, these top-ranked universities offer MasterCard Foundation scholars opportunities for high-quality education without the need to take English proficiency exams like IELTS or TOEFL. Their flexible admission policies open up quality higher education to more deserving African students. The MasterCard Foundation in collaboration with these partner institutions is truly transforming lives and continents through education.

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