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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.
Applications are open for the United Nations Academic Impact/MCN Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025. The Fellowship is a semester-long leadership development programme on your campus to take your social impact to the next level. Access to world class training, connections, and recognition is just an application away.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Are you a young changemaker passionate about sustainability and innovation? Applications are open for the Mediterranean Youth Water Hackathon 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Dell STEM Aspire - Female Mentoring Program 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and I apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Nomads Group Content Creation Lab (CCL) Internship 2025. The Content Creation Lab (CCL) is a unique virtual internship for global youth ages 12-24. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at CMU-Africa 2024/2025 are now open. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program was established at CMU-Africa in 2016. The program provides generous financial, social, and academic support for students whose talent and promise exceed their financial resources.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Are you an innovative leader committed to leveraging Artificial Intelligence (Al) to solve Africa's challenges? Do you want to lead the conversation on Al and innovation in your community, while gaining access to a global network of change agents? Apply for the Global Al Council Africa Ambassador Program 2024.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the First Book Grant for Scholars of Color 2025. The First Book Grant for Scholars of Color (FBG) supports academic sabbatical leave for research projects about Christian faith and life, the practice of ministry, religious trends and movements, Christian and other faith-based institutions, and religion and social issues.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
The Institute for Human Sciences invites applications for the Jerzy Giedroyc Junior Visiting Fellowships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Global Investigative Journalism Conference (GIJC) Fellowship 2025. With the support of sponsors and partners, the conference is offering fellowships to journalists from the Global South, and those from historically underrepresented groups to participate in the prestigious event. Competition is keen, so you need to convince them that you will make great use of the training that GIJC25 offers.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Oxford 2025. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Oxford supports passionate, locally rooted and globally minded African young people to undertake graduate studies at the University of Oxford.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Obama Foundation Leaders Asia-Pacific Program 2025-2026. From Indonesia to Hawaii, President Obama's ties to the Asia-Pacific have informed his values and his faith in the emerging generation of changemakers across the region. Apply now!
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications for the Obama Foundation Leaders Africa Program 2025-2026 are now open. The Obama Foundation Leaders Africa program seeks to build a growing network of innovative and values-based changemakers who will drive positive change in their communities, the continent, and the world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the Aqua for All Social Impact Incentives (SIINC) for WASH Enterprises. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the United States African Development Foundation (USADF) Off-Grid Energy Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Institut für die Wissenschaften vom Menschen (IWM) Digital Humanism Fellowship 2025-2026. The fellowship aims to bring eminent scholars from a wide range of academic fields to the Institute and allow them to pursue cutting-edge research on all aspects of the networked society.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications for the IMF Kim Wall Memorial Fund 2025 are now open. The IWMF's Kim Wall Memorial Fund will provide grants to journalists whose work embodies the spirit of Kim's reporting. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarships 2025-2026. The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship programme is one of three Master's programmes offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the International Society of Tropical Foresters Innovation Prize 2025. Since 2014, the Yale Chapter of the International Society of Tropical Foresters (ISTF) has awarded an Innovation Prize at its annual conference to honor outstanding initiatives and ideas related to tropical forest use and conservation. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Tech Women Emerging Leaders Program 2025. Tech Women aims to empower, connect and support the next generation of women leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by providing them access and opportunity to advance their careers, pursue their dreams, and become role models for women and girls in their communities.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
Applications are open for the Pollicy Youth & Elections in Africa Dialogue Series Essay Writing Competition 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2024
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.