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Info Sessions

Info Session – August 28, 2025

This session is to give an overview of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC, listen to experiences of current scholars as they share guidelines and tips on how to be successful.

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This session is to help prospective scholars prepare their application and be successful.

Info Session – September 9, 2024

This session is to give an overview of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC, share guidelines and eligibility criteria and answer any questions from potential Scholars.

Info Session – October 8, 2024

This session is to give an overview of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC, listen to experiences of current scholars as they share guidelines and tips on how to be successful.

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