Mastercard Foundation Scholarship at Sciences Po

 




LAUTECH students encouraged to pursue global opportunities at Mastercard Foundation Scholarship information session
 


Students of the Department of Political Science, Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, have been encouraged to pursue international academic opportunities. 

The call was made on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at a Mastercard Foundation Scholarship information session facilitated by Richard Ige, a Mastercard Foundation scholar at Sciences Po, Paris. 

The event was hosted by the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Professor Frank Temisanren Ebijuwa, who was represented by Professor Niyi Osunbade, and Head of the Department of Political Science, Dr. John Olanrewaju. Dignitaries at the programme Include Professor Abiodun Akeem Oladiti; and Head of Department of Psychology, Dr Oluwafunmilayo Adedoyin Oyinlola.
 

Sharing his personal journey, Ige described the scholarship as a life-changing opportunity that enabled him to study abroad. 

He stressed that information remains a powerful tool for transforming lives and said the session was part of his commitment to giving back by helping aspiring scholars understand the application process and prepare for global opportunities.

The session introduced participants to postgraduate study opportunities at Sciences Po, one of the world's leading institutions for political studies, currently ranked third globally and first in Europe in Politics. 

Students received guidance on admission requirements, programme selection, faculty research, networking opportunities, and strategies for preparing competitive applications.

Ige also explained the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship, describing it as a prestigious, fully funded programme for academically outstanding but financially disadvantaged African students. 

The scholarship covers tuition, accommodation, a monthly stipend, books, and professional support throughout the scholars' academic journey.

He urged students to begin preparing early by maintaining excellent academic records, developing leadership experience, engaging in volunteer activities, and strengthening their essay-writing skills. 

He also encouraged them to connect with scholarship communities and past beneficiaries for mentorship and guidance.
 






 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
He emphasised the need for students to embrace academic excellence, social impact, and global engagement, with the hope of seeing more LAUTECH graduates emerge as future Mastercard Foundation Scholars at Sciences Po.
 
 

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