University of Port Harcourt Mastercard Scholarship 2026 (TAGDev 2.0) – Fully Funded

Applications are now open for the University of Port Harcourt Mastercard Scholarship 2026 under the TAGDev 2.0 programme. This is a fully funded scholarship for undergraduate and master’s studies, designed to support academically strong but financially disadvantaged students in Nigeria.

The scholarship is part of the Transforming African Agricultural Universities to Meaningfully Contribute to Africa’s Growth and Development (TAGDev 2.0) programme.

It is implemented by the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and selected African universities.

The programme focuses on building capacity in agriculture, agribusiness, and food systems while empowering young Africans.

Host Institution

• University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), Nigeria

Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship covers:

• Full tuition fees
• Accommodation (hostel)
• Monthly stipend
• Laptop provision
• Research costs
• Conference and workshop support
• Internship opportunities
• Entrepreneurship training
• Community engagement and field activities

Available Courses

Undergraduate Programmes

• BSc Agricultural Economics
• BSc Agribusiness Management
• BSc Agricultural Extension and Development Studies
• BSc Animal Science
• BSc Food Science and Nutrition

Postgraduate Programmes

• MSc Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences
• MSc Agribusiness Management
• MSc Crop Science

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be a Nigerian or a refugee residing in Nigeria
• Be from economically disadvantaged or marginalized communities
• Be under 25 years (undergraduate) or under 30 years (master’s)
• Show academic excellence and leadership potential
• Demonstrate interest in agriculture and agribusiness
• Be committed to community development

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Additional Considerations

• Refugees and internally displaced persons may have slightly higher age limits
• Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply

Undergraduate Requirements

Applicants must:

• Have at least five O-Level credits including English, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology/Agricultural Science
• Pass UTME with relevant subjects
• Choose University of Port Harcourt as first choice
• Pass the university’s post-UTME screening

Postgraduate Requirements

Applicants must:

• Have a minimum of Second Class Honours degree
• Possess credits in English and Mathematics
• Meet admission requirements of the University of Port Harcourt

Required Documents

Applicants will need:

• Academic certificates
• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Valid identification
• NYSC discharge certificate (for postgraduate applicants)
• Other supporting documents as required

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Late applications will not be accepted.

How to Apply for University of Port Harcourt Mastercard Scholarship

Undergraduate Applicants

1. Apply for admission through the JAMB portal
2. Complete the scholarship application form

Postgraduate Applicants

1. Apply through the University of Port Harcourt School of Graduate Studies portal
2. Complete the scholarship application form

Applicants are advised to carefully review all requirements and ensure they meet both admission and scholarship criteria before applying.

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This scholarship offers a strong opportunity for students interested in agriculture and related fields to study with full financial support while gaining practical and entrepreneurial skills. Good luck!