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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.
Are you passionate about photography and the gear that makes it possible? Don't miss your chance to showcase your skills in the camerAmore 2025 competition, where they celebrate the unique relationship between photographers and their equipment! Apply for the Technical Image Press Association (TIPA) Photo Contest 2025.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the DW Akademie International Media Studies Master's Degree Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Carr Center Fellowship 2025-2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Carr Center Technology and Human Rights Fellowship 2025- 2026.They invite candidates to join the Center for an academic year to research the ethical and rights implications of technological advancements, with a specific focus on artificial intelligence. Apply now!
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Spencer Foundation Large Research Grants on Education Program 2025. The Spencer Foundation's Large Research Grants on Education Program supports education research projects that will contribute to theimprovement of education. Apply now!
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Carr Center Racial Justice Fellowship 2025-2026. The program aims to strengthen discourse connecting domestic civil rights to global human rights frameworks, and brings together faculty, fellows, students, and the broader University community to collaborate.
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2024
The tripartite partnership, YouLead Africa, Plan International and the African Union Office of the Youth Envoy, are delighted to launch the 4th cohort of the Lead(Her Fellowship. This call for Expression of Interest serves as an opportunity for young women leaders based in Eastern, Southern Africa, and the Middle East. Apply now!
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the South & East Network for Social Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025. The Postdoctoral Fellowship is intended to provide an opportunity for early career researchers to consolidate their PhDs through developing publications, their networks, and their research and professional skills.
Date Posted: 09 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the APFSD Youth Forum 2025. The Asia Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development (APFSD) Youth Forum is an annual convening that brings together young people from across Asia and the Pacific to discuss and deliberate on sustainable development issues. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Applications for the Designing Futures 2050 International Design Competition are now open. Designing Futures 2050 is an international design competition, developed and held by BE OPEN and their partners. It is open to students and recent graduates/young professionals internationally.
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Are you looking for an exciting and challenging internship at a prestigious, international financial institution? Are you within a year or two of completing your PhD in economics or a related field? The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Internship Program (FIP) may be the right opportunity for you!
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Sustainability Prize 2025. The Sustainability Prize, launched by Creo and Sony, invites filmmakers passionate about communicating key themes linked to the Sustainable Development Goals, including environment, accessibility, diversity, equity and inclusion. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the GCSP Prize for Transformative Futures in Peace and Security 2025. The prize aims to recognize innovative concepts with exceptional potential in addressing peace and security challenges. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the Women in Clean Cooking Mentorship Program 2025. GWNET in collaboration with the Clean Cooking Alliance (CCA) and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL) are excited to launch their fourth cohort of a mentorship program specifically targeting women in the clean cooking sector in Africa, Asia, and Haiti. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Dec, 2024
Nominations are invited for the Order of Ontario Award 2025. The Order of Ontario is the province's highest civilian honour. It is awarded to an Ontarian who has shown the highest level of excellence and achievement in their field, and whose impact has left a legacy in the province, in the country and around the world. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Applications are open for the United Nations Foundation Polio Press Fellowship for Individual Reporting to Africa 2025. This fellowship is geared towards journalists interested in reporting stories on polio eradication in Africa.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
BeArt-Presets is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 Academic Scholarship program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Applications are ongoing for the Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program. The scholarship program was established in 1992 to provide opportunities for students who had demonstrated achievement in fraud-related studies. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
Call for papers are now open for the 2025 Baxter Family Competition on Federalism! This contest is open to law and political science students/PhD candidates, recent graduates, and junior practitioners or scholars from around the world.
Date Posted: 06 Dec, 2024
The Leakey Foundation is the leading nonprofit funder of research dedicated to understanding human origins. Each year, they award approximately $1,000,000 in grants and scholarships, advancing our mission to explore and explain the human story. They welcome proposals from researchers at all stages of their careers, especially PhD candidates. If your research aligns with their mission and you have an innovative or multidisciplinary project, they encourage you to apply.
Date Posted: 06 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.