CcHub/Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program 2024

Apply now for the CcHub/Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program 2024! This partnership between CcHub and Mastercard Foundation aims to support edtech startups in creating tools that improve learning and make quality education accessible for Africa’s future leaders. If you’re interested, this is your opportunity to apply and be part of this empowering initiative.

This program offers a special chance to team up with seasoned professionals who share a common aim: advancing innovation in the edtech industry. They’ll offer direct guidance and valuable resources to propel your startup forward.

Fellowship Summary:

Fellowship Sponsor(s): Co-Creation Hub

Fellowship Worth: Funded

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: Entrepreneurs

Nationality: All Nationalities

Requirements and eligibility criteria for CcHub/Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program 2024:

Eligible startups receive $100k in equity-free funding during the accelerator program.
Access to investors for scaling opportunities is provided through the program.
Startups can benefit from multidisciplinary experts’ support for design, product development, and tech optimization.
Startups must be focused on Africa and legally incorporated in Nigeria.
Solutions should target challenges in K-12, tertiary education, and vocational skills training.
Essential Qualities for EdTech Solutions:
Education Technology-based.
Verifiable users aligned with educational access, student learning, school management, and teacher/trainer effectiveness.
Emphasis on Inclusive Teams:
Teams should be diverse and passionate about education.
Female founders of EdTech solution companies are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure for CcHub/Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program 2024 (How to apply);

If you’re interested and eligible, visit Co-Creation Hub at form.typeform.com to apply. The application process involves three stages:

Stage 1: Innovators interested in EdTech solutions can apply. Evaluation criteria include how well the solution addresses the problem, the potential of the founder, business model suitability, and traction.
Stage 2: Selected EdTech solutions from the first stage will be evaluated further. Criteria include scalability, long-term vision, business plan, competitive edge, and team potential.
Stage 3: Successful applicants from the assessment stages will proceed to an interview. Final selections will be made after this stage, following a thorough due diligence process.

Application Deadline: February 17, 2024

For more information visit the official website