Quick Answer: The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of British Columbia (UBC) is now accepting Expressions of Interest for Master's studies in the 2027/2028 academic year. The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition, flights, accommodation, stipends, and more. Deadline to submit your Expression of Interest is September 6, 2026.
Table of Contents
- Program Overview
- Eligible Master's Programs
- What the Scholarship Covers
- How to Apply
- Frequently Asked Questions
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC – 2027/2028
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Vancouver, Canada, has announced its Expression of Interest (EOI) window for Master's degree studies for the 2027/2028 academic year.
Eligible candidates will be contacted after September 6, 2026 and invited to submit the full Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program application for one of several fully funded Master's programs at UBC's Vancouver campus.
Eligible Master's Programs
Faculty of Forestry
- Master of Sustainable Forest Management (MSFM)
- Master of International Forestry (MIF)
- Master of Geomatics for Environmental Management (MGEM)
- Master of Urban Forestry Leadership (MUFL)
- Master of Science / Master of Applied Science in Forestry (Thesis-based)
Faculty of Land and Food Systems
- Master of Food and Resource Economics (MFRE)
- Master of Food Science (MFS)
Faculty of Science
- Master of Data Science (MDS)
What the Scholarship Covers
The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program provides comprehensive, fully funded support, including:
- Tuition and books
- Flights and immigration support
- Room and board
- Living-expense stipends
- Health insurance
- Career services and support
- Access to the Mastercard Foundation global alumni network
- Social entrepreneurship opportunities
How to Apply
- Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) on or before September 6, 2026.
- Wait to be contacted — only eligible candidates will be invited (after September 6) to submit the full Scholars Program application.
- Complete the full application once invited.
Submit Your Expression of Interest Now
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline to apply?
The Expression of Interest must be submitted by September 6, 2026.
Does submitting the EOI mean I'm accepted?
No. Only eligible candidates will be contacted after September 6, 2026, and invited to submit the full Scholars Program application.
What does the scholarship cover?
Tuition, books, flights, immigration support, room and board, living stipends, health insurance, career services, and access to the Mastercard Foundation global alumni network.
Which programs are eligible?
Eight Master's programs across UBC's Faculty of Forestry, Faculty of Land and Food Systems, and Faculty of Science — see the full list above.
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