<img class=" wp-image-9575 aligncenter" src="http://myedugist.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/KNUST-logo-300x75.png" alt="" width="504" height="126" />This is to inform the general public that the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, International Accelerated Degree Programm (IADP 3+1+1) Scholarship at Arizona State University (ASU-USA) application form is out.
<h3><strong>MASTERCARD FOUNDATION SCHOLARS PROGRAM AT KNUST-ASU</strong></h3>
In line with our goal to raise transformative leaders to influence change on the African Continent, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at ASU and KNUST aims to develop a cohort of students in a 3+1+1 International Accelerated Degree Program (IADP) to contribute to the industrial and the social-economic development of Ghana, Africa and other nations by providing (a) academically talented yet economically disadvantaged young people in Ghana and Africa with access to quality and relevant University education; (b) recruit outstanding students who will learn and develop community engagements, and transition to employment opportunities which will further the goal of social and economic transformation of Africa; and (c) provide mentoring and cultural transition services that ensure the scholar’s academic success
<h3><strong>The Scholarship includes:</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li>Comprehensive financial support (full tuition, fully paid on-campus accommodation, learning materials, transportation and monthly stipend).</li>
 	<li>Regular group meetings with other scholars that focus on personal and professional development opportunities and activities tailored to build societal relationships and scholars’ capacity.</li>
 	<li>Continued academic support through academic mentoring, virtual learning, life and career coaching, and tutoring.</li>
 	<li>Opportunities to participate in leadership congresses, community services and mentoring <strong>(Go-back Give- Back)</strong>, and uniquely sourced internships.</li>
 	<li>An academic environment where faculty and students engage with global issues.</li>
 	<li>The prestige of becoming part of the growing family of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Alumni and the Global Scholars Community.</li>
 	<li>The opportunity to be enrolled on an accelerated Master’s Degree after undergraduate studies.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>Who Are Eligible?</strong></h3>
For the 2018/2019 Academic Year Application,
<ul>
 	<li>All applicants must be in one of the following programs of study;</li>
</ul>
<ol>
 	<li>Mechanical Engineering</li>
 	<li>Biomedical Engineering</li>
 	<li>Civil Engineering</li>
 	<li>Materials Engineering</li>
 	<li>Logistics and Supply Chain Management</li>
 	<li>Business Analytics (BIT)</li>
 	<li>Business Finance</li>
</ol>
<ul>
 	<li>All Applicants must be in their <strong>third year </strong>of study.</li>
 	<li>All Applicants must have a <strong>minimum CWA</strong> of <strong>Sixty-Five (65.00)</strong>.</li>
 	<li>The Applicant must have <strong>No Outstanding Trails</strong>.</li>
 	<li>The Applicant must have Critical Economic Needs.</li>
 	<li>The Applicant must have Proven Records of Leadership and Community Engagement(s).</li>
 	<li>Females and Physically Challenged Applicants shall be given top priority.</li>
 	<li>The Applicant must be prepared to <strong>Go-Back and Give-Back</strong> to his or her Community.</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>How to Apply:</strong></h3>
Download a copy of the 2018/2019 application form <span style="color: #ff6600;">(<strong><a style="color: #ff6600;" href="https://www.knust.edu.gh/sites/default/files/2018-10/3%2B1%2B1%20APPLICATION%20FORM%202018.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Here</a></strong>).</span>

Submit the completed application form by hand to:

The Program Manager,
MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST,
Office of the Dean of Students, KNUST
Private Mail Bag
Kumasi, Ghana
<h3><strong>Scholarship Applications Close Date</strong></h3>
All interested should be aware that applications close at<strong> 17:00 GMT, 31st October, 2018</strong>
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<h3><strong>What Next?</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li><strong>Only shortlisted applicants will be called for interviews</strong> which would be held at the KNUST Secretariat of MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program at the Office of the Dean of Students.</li>
 	<li>Interviews will be done by an independent panel set up by the Vice Chancellor of  KNUST.</li>
 	<li><strong>Verification of ALL examination results and information provided, as well as community visits of SUCCESSFUL applicants, will be conducted before selection is approved</strong>.</li>
 	<li><strong>Successful candidates</strong> would begin the second phase of the application process conducted by ASU</li>
</ul>
<h3><strong>PLEASE NOTE WELL:</strong></h3>
<ul>
 	<li>There are absolutely <strong>NO CHARGES/ FEES/ FACILITATION/ AGENTS OR INTERMEDIARIES REQUIRED</strong> at any stage of this process.</li>
 	<li>Inaccurate information or fraudulent misrepresentation on the part of any applicant and any attempt to influence the process will lead to disqualification and a recommendation for summary dismissal.</li>
 	<li>The decisions of the <strong>SELECTION COMMITTEE, also constituted by the Vice Chancellor are FINAL</strong>.</li>
 	<li><strong>Award of the Scholarship will be published on the University’s website at the end of the recruitment cycle.</strong></li>
 	<li>Telephone numbers and email addresses provided by applicants should be <strong>ACTIVE</strong> at all times to receive critical information on their application.</li>
 	<li>For further enquiry and assistance, please contact the Secretariat on: <strong>+233-206-030-790/ +233-3220-62975 or email us at <span style="color: #ff6600;"><a style="color: #ff6600;" href="mailto:mcfsecretariat@knust.edu.gh" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mcfsecretariat@knust.edu.gh</a></span> or <span style="color: #ff6600;"><a style="color: #ff6600;" href="mailto:mcfknust@gmail.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mcfknust@gmail.com</a></span></strong></li>
</ul>
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