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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in South Sudan to help fund your studies abroad or in South Sudan. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
What does it take to be a leader in today’s complex world? How can emerging young leaders shift the paradigm for driving change? The NewNow, a program of One Young World supported by Virgin Unite, empowers young leaders from the Global South to tackle pressing global challenges through a systems-thinking approach. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024
People Powered is looking for government and civil society leaders to form a new cohort of innovators interested in launching participatory programs to shape climate policy in areas such as clean transportation, renewables, decarbonization and energy efficient homes, air pollution, agroecology and more. Applications are now open for this call. Apply now!
Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024
Applications for the Journalismfund Environmental Investigative Journalism Grant 2024 are now open. This grant programme supports cross-border teams of professional journalists and/or news outlets to conduct investigations into environmental affairs related to Europe. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Oct, 2024
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
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
1. Why should I consider studying in South Sudan?
Studying in South Sudan provides an opportunity to experience a unique cultural environment. While challenges exist, studying here allows you to make a tangible impact and engage in mixed cultural exchanges. Also, the cost of living is relatively low in South Sudan compared to other countries.
2. What are the main universities in South Sudan?
Some notable universities in South Sudan include:
University of Juba
Upper Nile University
Catholic University of South Sudan
Dr. John Garang Memorial University of Science and Technology
Rumbek University
3. What are the admission requirements for universities in South Sudan?
Admission requirements vary by institution, but generally, undergraduate applicants need a high school diploma or equivalent. For postgraduate programs, applicants should hold a bachelor's degree in a related field. International students may need to provide transcripts, proof of English proficiency, and a recommendation letter.
4. What is the language of instruction in South Sudanese universities?
English is the primary language of instruction in most universities in South Sudan. However, having knowledge of basic Arabic or local languages is also helpful for everyday communication outside of academic settings.
5. Do I need a student visa to study in South Sudan?
Yes, as an international student, you need a student visa to study in South Sudan. Visa requirements can vary based on your country of origin, so it's essential to check with the South Sudanese embassy or consulate in your country for specific requirements.
6. Are scholarships available for international students in South Sudan?
Scholarships are limited in South Sudan, but some organizations and institutions may offer financial aid for specific fields of study. We encourage you to research grants from NGOs and organizations that support education in developing countries.