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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 YouthxYouth Learning Festival Cafe Experience 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Dec, 2024
The Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program at Purdue University offers a unique opportunity to engage in a hands-on, 11-week research experience. This program is to support undergraduate students from Purdue University, other U.S. institutions, and international universities. Participants will conduct research under the guidance of faculty, graduate students, or postdoctoral mentors, contributing to their academic and professional growth. Apply now!
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Are you interested in pursuing a PhD in Economics, History, Law, or Political and Social Sciences? The EUI Special Doctoral Fellowships offer a golden opportunity for candidates from underrepresented countries to pursue their academic PhDs with fully funded financial support. Apply now!
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Merck Group Innovation Cup. The brightest students from all over the world meet at Merck Group headquarters to learn from professionals, network, develop business plans and win the 20,000 EUR. Apply now to join 42 international students at the Innovation Cup summer camp taking place 19-25 July, 2025, near Frankfurt, Germany. Innovation.
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship for an MSc in African Studies at the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies at the University of Oxford. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 FirstRand Oxford Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Bertelsmann Foundation Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize 2025. The Prize was established on the initiative of UNESCO's Executive Board and is formally conferred by UNESCO, on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day, on 3 May.
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Mophradat Art Time Residencies: Performance 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Think Big Undergraduate Award 2025 are now open at the University of Bristol in the UK. Prospective international students can apply for this opportunity to pursue their undergraduate degrees in various fields.
Date Posted: 12 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Biomimicry Institute Youth Design Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Dec, 2024
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) invites international master’s applicants to apply for the 2025-26 Executive MSc in Cities Scholarships. These scholarships offer a golden opportunity to overcome financial barriers and start a transformative academic journey at the LSE. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the British Academy Evidence-Informed Policymaking Grants. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 TaiwanICDF’s International Higher Education (Undergraduate, Masters and PhD) Scholarship Program. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Complex Systems Summer School Journalism Fellowship 2025. Journalists from all countries are invited to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 12 Dec, 2024
The Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (CRASSH) at the University of Cambridge welcomes applications for the British Academy International Fellowship scheme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Mophradat Writing Residency Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Rice University Business Plan Graduate-level Student Startup Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2024
If you are a young leader who is devising meaningful strategies to build a more sustainable world, One Young World is looking to bring you to the next annual Summit. Apply to attend the One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich, Germany from 3 - 6 November via the flagship Leading Scholarship.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Advancing Hispanics & Latinos Fellowship Program 2025. The Advancing Hispanics & Latinos Fellowship Program offers a five-week paid, full-time summer fellowship held in select JPMorgan Chase offices. The AHL Fellowship Program is seeking sophomore students, including, without limitation, Hispanic and Latino students, who are interested in exploring career opportunities at JPMorgan Chase.
Date Posted: 11 Dec, 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.