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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 David Donald Fellowship for Data Journalism 2025. The fund is designed to support computer-assisted reporting training to university educators so that they can better equip their students to be effective watchdogs through the use of data. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024
Are you enrolled or about to enroll in a college, university, or trade school? Are you looking for a little extra help in funding your education to cover expenses that other scholarships and financial aid don't cover? If your answer is "yes," you should apply for the ServiceScape Scholarship 2024.
Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2027 CIFAR Azrieli Global Scholars Program. There are no geographical restrictions on who may apply for this opportunity. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) programme for social-change leaders who are working to tackle inequality. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 MTN Global Graduate Development Programme. MTN’s Global Graduate Development Programme seeks to source, develop, and accelerate top graduates from across MTN’s footprint in Africa and the Middle East. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024
The Social Science Research Council offers fellowships to support the completion of doctoral degrees and to promote next generation social science research in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda. Click here to learn more about the Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program 2025 are now open. The Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program is a four-month, full-time residential program based out of Yale's International Leadership Center and housed within the Jackson School of Global Affairs. The Program runs annually from mid-August to mid-December. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024
The Social Science Research Council offers fellowships to support the completion of doctoral degrees and to promote next generation social science research in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda. The fellowships support dissertation research on peacebuilding, security, and development. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Maastricht University Global Studies Scholarship 2025. Click here to learn more this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Social Science Research Council Doctoral Dissertation Research Fellowship. This opportunity is open to citizens of any African country. Apply now!
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the Watson Institute Mobility Fellowship. The Mobility Fellowship is an intensive venture and leadership development program designed to empower mobility and transportation focused entrepreneurs and community leaders to elevate the mobility-based businesses they are building. Click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 City of Johannesburg (CoJ) Bursary Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) Bursary Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
The Goethe-Institut invites Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Sub-Saharan Africa to bid for a service agreement for the design and implementation of a training programme/s for young women* and the organisation of a small-scale public event. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Yves Rocher Foundation Terre De Femmes International Award 2025. Launched in 2019, the International Terre de Femmes Award is a thematic prize open to all women worldwide. It rewards on-the-ground actions carried out by a woman or a group of women within a non-profit organization. Apply now!
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Mountain Future Award 2024. In celebration of International Mountain Day 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is inviting institutions and individuals over 18 to submit proposals for transformative projects that contribute to a sustainable tomorrow for mountains, for a chance to win the 2024 Mountain Future Award.
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Aspire Leaders Program 2025. The Aspire Leaders Program welcomes low-income, first-generation college students and recent graduates around the world to participate in a free online immersive leadership journey including professional skills training, an exclusive course designed and delivered by Harvard faculty, and interactive seminars led by world-class educators. Apply now!
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
Applications are open for the Applied Social Media Lab (ASML) at Harvard University Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Oct, 2024
The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), a network-based organization cooperating with Shift, is accepting applications for the UNGC Business and Human Rights Accelerator Program, which aims to accelerate progress toward Human Rights 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 10 Oct, 2024
Are you a storyteller passionate about blending digital formats with innovative writing? Do you want to showcase your creativity on an international platform? The Bournemouth University (BU) Higher Education Corporation organizes the New Media Writing Prize (NMWP) 2024-2025 through the Faculty of Media and Communication. Apply now!
Date Posted: 10 Oct, 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.