Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation – Wings to Fly Scholarship Program for Kenyans in Secondary Education
The Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation (MCF) launched the Wings to Fly scholarship program for Kenyans' secondary education., Post a Comment
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The Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation (MCF) launched the Wings to Fly scholarship program for Kenyans who are financially challenged and need support for their secondary education.
Top performing children across the country are eligible for support from the two organizations and other partners. Under the Wings to Fly program, Kenyan youth are able to access leadership training, among other financial provisions and benefits.
- [Wings to Fly Scholarship Program Details](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/equity-group-and-mastercard-foundation-wings-to-fly-scholarship-program-for-kenyans-in-secondary-education/#h-wings-to-fly-scholarship-program-details)
- [Eligibility for Scholarship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/equity-group-and-mastercard-foundation-wings-to-fly-scholarship-program-for-kenyans-in-secondary-education/#h-eligibility-for-scholarship)
- [How to Apply through the Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/equity-group-and-mastercard-foundation-wings-to-fly-scholarship-program-for-kenyans-in-secondary-education/#h-how-to-apply-through-the-equity-group-and-mastercard-foundation)
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## Wings to Fly Scholarship Program Details
The Equity Group, in collaboration with Mastercard Foundation, offers comprehensive support for the Kenyan scholars through provision of tuition fees, accommodation, books, uniform, shopping, pocket money, and transport to and from school during their four years of secondary education.
As of writing, the Wings to Fly Scholarship Program for Kenyans has aided 26, 304 scholars. Meanwhile, the MCF has also committed to supporting 10,000 more scholars through two phases of funding. The last intake will be joining the program in 2021.
## Eligibility for Scholarship
Applications for the Wings to Fly Scholarship Program are open to all financially-challenged Kenyas who are about to enter and are currently in secondary education. Furthermore, the program beneficiaries are selected from across Kenya, based on their performance in the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) examination.
## How to Apply through the Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation
All applications for the Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation-sponsored scholarship are made at all Equity Bank branches, Equity Agents, and on the [Equity Group Foundation’s website](https://equitygroupholdings.com/ke/newsroom/24-press-release/116-equity-group-foundation-commences-selection-process-for-the-2021-wings-to-fly-and-elimu-scholarships#:~:text=The%20Wings%20to%20Fly%20Scholarship%20program%2C%20a%20signature%20program%20in,promising%2C%20yet%20financially%20disadvantaged%20youth.). Beneficiaries of the scholarship are selected by the Community Scholarship Selection Board (CSSB), which is made up of key leaders in the community and is chaired by the County or sub-County Director of Education.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Willing to study in Kenya
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation – Wings to Fly Scholarship Program for Kenyans in Secondary Education?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the the stated level level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Kenya for the duration of the programme.
Is the Equity Group and Mastercard Foundation – Wings to Fly Scholarship Program for Kenyans in Secondary Education fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.