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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 tackling challenges in resource access, environmental stability, and effective governance? The Indo-Pacific Futures Fellowship, presented by the East-West Center and Doris Duke Foundation, is accepting applications for its second year. This fellowship empowers emerging leaders to explore critical connections between food security, energy systems, and resilient leadership.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
The Mastercard Foundation Learning Partnership in collaboration with Caribou Digital, invites applications for the Pan-African PhD Scholars Collective. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Africa Business Heroes Competition. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO King Hamad Bin Isa Al-Khalifa Prize for the use of ICT in education, UNESCO calls for nominations for the special 2025 edition on the theme “Preparing learners and teachers for the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence”.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Halcyon Equity Tech Fellowship 2025. Halcyon is the community supporting impact-driven businesses and their founders through space, community, and access. Their programs offer fellowships for impact-driven founders and funding vehicles to help them scale their ventures.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Google Research Scientist Internship, PhD 2025. Research Interns work with Research Scientists and Software Engineers to discover, invent, and build at scale. Ideas may come from internal projects as well as from collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Google Conference Scholarships - Africa 2025. At Google, they believe a diversity of attributes, experiences, and perspectives are needed to build tools that can change the world. They also believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to pursue connections in the industry, networking with peers, and a career path in technology.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
The High Desert Museum is excited to announce the 2025 Waterston Desert Writing Prize. This prize celebrates outstanding literary nonfiction that reflects a deep connection to desert landscapes.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Creative Climate Fellowship 2025. Hosted by campaigning organisations Cuttlefish Digital and Love Frankie, this fellowship incorporates immersive placement and module-based learning with unique access to a global network of communications professionals. The program also provides industry-level guidance on the fellows' capstone projects.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Kode with Klossy Summer Camp 2025. Kode with Klossy camps are a series of FREE 2-week coding-intensive camps designed for students of traditionally underrepresented genders in the STEM fields.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Urban Future Prize Competition for Climatetech Startups 2025. The Urban Future Lab is seeking groundbreaking startups addressing the climate crisis through innovative technologies and business models. For the ninth year, they are offering not one, but two opportunities foe startups to win big!
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Presidential African Youth in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Competition 2025. The Presidential African Youth in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Competition is a pioneering initiative driving Africa's leadership in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) through Al, robotics, and emerging technologies.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2025-2026. The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is a life-changing leadership journey. The scholarship combines financial support with a leadership programme that will challenge you, grow you, and connect you to young African changemakers -just like you.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Are you a storyteller? A young journalist or content creator eager to cover one of the most dynamic youth events in Europe? Do you belong to a youth or civil society organisation? Then this call is for you! The European Youth Forum is selecting five young journalists or content creators to attend and cover the European Youth Event (EYE) 2025.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the One Young World Journalist of the Year Award 2025. The One Young World Journalist of the Year Award was created in 2020 to identify and promote five of the world's most impactful journalists changing how stories are reported and having a positive global impact.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Allan Gray Entrepreneurship Inter-College Competition 2025. The aim of the Inter-College competition is to foster a culture of entrepreneurship in TVET students. Registration is open to students who are enrolled at any of the 50 Public TVET Colleges in South Africa for the 2025 academic year.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Outstanding students from any country are invited to apply for the prestigious Biozentrum PhD Fellowship program 2025. Biozentrum PhD Fellowships currently offer numerous benefits for the selected fellows.
Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025. The theme for this year's competition is Our Commonwealth Journey. Journeys are a fundamental aspect of our lives, helping us to explore, to learn, and to grow. Throughout history, nations, communities, and individuals have undertaken their own journeys, navigating the tides of an ever-changing world.
Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2025
Nominations are open for the Global Youth Awards 2025 held annually in London. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and nominate a candidate.
Date Posted: 18 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort of the Tällberg Leaders Mentoring Leaders (TLML) program,which offers extraordinary individuals the opportunity to enhance their leadership skills, broaden their perspectives, and prepare for values-based leadership through a focused one-on-one, year-long mentorship.
Date Posted: 18 Mar, 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.