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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in South Africa to help fund your studies abroad or in South Africa. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Egis Foundation is launching the Team up for Climate 2025 Challenge. Each year since 2022, students and young graduates from around the world come together in teams of 2 to 5 to come up with an innovative solution on the topic: adapting and living together in the face of climate risks.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation Metascience & Al Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. This is a postdoctoral fellowship program for grants of up to $250,000 USD to support early career researchers in the social sciences and humanities (with particular emphasis on philosophy, sociology of science, and metascience) who are interested in building a career in understanding the implications of Al for the science and research ecosystem.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Are you an aspiring or new entrepreneur with big ideas but lacking the funding to bring them to life? The Greatness Grant by Nehemiah Davis is here to help you turn your vision into reality. Nehemiah Davis created this grant-to give back and empower the next generation of business owners to chase greatness and achieve success.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Mindcapital Founders Fellowship - Spring 2025. Mindcapital's Founders Fellowship is a 90-day startup program where African first-time founders turn promising ideas into viable tech startups, guided by experts and a supportive community.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the University of Johannesburg (UJ) Prize 2025 for South Africans. The UJ Prize is open exclusively to South African authors or foreign authors who have resided in South Africa for at least six months while writing their book.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Vital Voices Visionaries Fellowship 2025. The VV Visionaries program, a partnership between Vital Voices Global Partnership and the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, the charitable fund of Estée Lauder, aims to support the next generation of emerging leaders who are redefining leadership in their everyday lives. Together with the Estée Lauder Emerging Leaders Fund, they aim to champion women leaders across diverse sectors, industries, and experiences who want to create positive social impact in their communities and beyond.
Date Posted: 21 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs Programme 2025. Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs is a cross-border exchange programme which gives new or aspiring entrepreneurs the chance to learn from experienced entrepreneurs running small businesses in other Participating Countries.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
The University of Oxford, under the program (Executive Diploma Scholarship for Women), has announced one diploma scholarship for outstanding women candidates. Women from around the globe with proven leadership skills can apply for this scholarship.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Do you want to study for your master’s (MSc) degree in a foreign country? Are you interested in getting a scholarship and pursuing your education in Russia? If yes, apply to the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech).
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Are you a STEM student interested in gaining research experience in a world-class academic environment? If so, the Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) at King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) accepts applications for 2025.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Youth Youth Weavership Fellowship Program 2025. This program enables participants to contribute to the creation of life-affirming futures by deepening their skills as community weavers. The Weavership is designed in partnership with the Weaving Lab, a globally renowned community of practice for weavers, founded by some of the world's leading social entrepreneurs.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the French-African Foundation Young Leaders Program 2025. The French-African Foundation is committed to shaping a new generation of African and French leaders, dedicated to fostering bold, innovative, and lasting ties between Africa and France.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity Program 2026. The Atlantic Fellows for Health Equity program is designed to bring together the many diverse industries and professions that influence health and well-being including, but not limited to: art, law, business, academia, medicine, government, journalism, social enterprise, research, media, housing, and health care delivery.
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Applications for the UN FAO-PAFO Youth Mentorship Program 2025 are now open. If you are a young professional eager to grow in agriculture, agribusiness, or rural development, this mentorship opportunity is designed for you!
Date Posted: 20 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2027 Mark Wainberg Fellowship Programme. The Mark Wainberg Fellowship Programme, sponsored by the IAS, improves health services by training HIV physicians in Africa and Asia-Pacific to provide care that is tailored to various client groups, with a particular emphasis on stigma-free services.
Date Posted: 19 Feb, 2025
The UNESCO Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding (APCEIU) and the UNESCO Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Education for Peace and Sustainable Development (MGIEP), in partnership with the GCED Youth Network, invite passionate youth leaders to apply for the 11th Youth Leadership Workshop on GCED. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Feb, 2025
Applications are invited for the Visa for Music 2025. This professional music market brings together artists, producers, agents, and industry professionals each year.
Date Posted: 19 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Pernod Ricard WE Award to Attend the One Young World Summit 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the African Epidemic Service (AES) Fellowship Programme 2025. Africa CDC has developed a continental African Epidemic Service (AES), an elite workforce hosted and directed by the African Union. The African Epidemic Service has three tracks namely, Epidemiology, Laboratory Leadership and Public health informatics.
Date Posted: 19 Feb, 2025
The Reham al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellowship (RAF) invites talented young journalists from developing countries and economies in transition to apply for the 2025 programme. The four-week programme will take place in September and October 2025.
Date Posted: 19 Feb, 2025
1. Why should I study in South Africa?
South Africa is home to some of the top universities in Africa, offering world-class education across various disciplines. The country has a vibrant cultural life, breathtaking landscapes, and opportunities for students to immerse themselves in a multicultural society.
2. What are the top universities in South Africa?
Some of the most prominent universities in South Africa include:
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
3. What are the admission requirements to study in South Africa?
Admission requirements vary depending on the university and program. Generally, students need:
A high school diploma or equivalent for undergraduate programs.
Proof of English proficiency through tests like IELTS or TOEFL (for nonnative speakers).
For postgraduate programs, a relevant bachelor's degree is required.
Some programs may have specific subject or grade requirements.
4. Are there scholarships available for international students in South Africa?
Yes, scholarships are available for both domestic and international students. Scholarships can be provided by:
The South African government through initiatives like the National Research Foundation.
Universities
International organizations and partnerships such as the Commonwealth Scholarships
5. Do I need a student visa to study in South Africa?
Yes, international students need a student visa to study in South Africa. The process requires you to provide:
Proof of admission to a South African university.
A valid passport.
Proof of financial means to support yourself during your studies.
Proof of medical insurance valid in South Africa.
6. Can I work while studying in South Africa?
Yes, international students are allowed to work part-time for up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during university holidays, as long as they hold a valid study visa.
7. What is the process for recognizing foreign qualifications in South Africa?
If you obtained your qualifications outside of South Africa, you may need to have them recognized through the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). This process ensures your previous academic qualifications meet South African standards for higher education.