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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.
Do you have a project that aims to empower the creative sectors? UNESCO is launching the sixteenth call for applications to the International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD). Through this open and competitive process, the IFCD seeks projects with the ability to generate concrete and lasting results in the development of the creative sectors in the Global South.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
Are you a young changemaker passionate about driving sustainable impact? The United Nations (UN) Young Leaders for the SDGs initiative is now accepting applications for its 2025-2027 cohort.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
The Mid Career Fellowship provides today’s leaders with the know-how to navigate volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), knowing that their purpose, livelihood, and organizational goals are influenced or impacted by the Internet. Applications are now open for this fellowship.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
Are you a proficient and enthusiastic student with a Master’s degree in molecular biology or a related field? Join the IPP and become a researcher in one of more than 50 labs working on cutting-edge research in Mainz!
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Al for Good Impact Awards 2025. Are you at the forefront of Al innovation, creating solutions that transform our world? The Al for Good Impact Awards Programme celebrates exceptional achievements in the field of Al, recognizing innovative, sustainable, and impactful Al solutions that contribute to global progress.
Date Posted: 28 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) 1st UN Citiverse Challenge 2025. The 1st UN Citiverse Challenge invites students and startups to reimagine and design innovative solutions that leverage the transformative potential of the citiverse and digital public infrastructure to address pressing global challenges. By focusing on three critical themes-access to public services, sustainability and resilience, and tourism and digital culture-participants will develop bold ideas and prototypes to shape the cities of tomorrow.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
King Saud University (KSU) invites talented and distinguished graduate students from Saudi Arabia and around the world to apply for its King Saud University Initiative, a PhD scholarship in Riyadh. Approved by the KSU Board of Directors, this initiative aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, aiming to advance higher education, enhance scientific research, and support sustainable development.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
In response to this crisis caused by road traffic injuries, the Global Youth Coalition for Road Safety has launched the 2025 Local Actions Call for Proposals, empowering young leaders to implement innovative, community-driven projects addressing road safety challenges.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the University of Auckland Centre for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies (CAPS) Non-Residential Fellowship 2025. The University of Auckland's Centre for Asia Pacific Refugee Studies (CAPRS) focuses on generating and amplifying rigorous scholarly research, particularly that which is led by those with lived experience of forcible displacement.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Wikipedian-in-Residence (WiR) Fellowships to Digitalise Youth Voices in Africa 2025. Code for Africa (CfA) is offering stipend-based fellowships to Six (6) African Wikipedians-in-Residence to empower youth voices and promote a secure digital space through Wikimedia projects.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the African Observatory on Responsible Al Scholarship for African Women 2025. The African Observatory on Responsible Al is committed to fostering ethical Al governance across the continent. As part of its Women in Focus initiative, the Observatory is offering five fully funded scholarships for African women to participate in a short course on Al Ethics and Policy.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) Gender Grants 2025. The ACU Gender Grants are awarded annually to member universities to support initiatives that will boost gender equity and equality on campus.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Biomimicry Institute Ray of Hope Accelerator 2025. The Biomimicry Institute's Ray of Hope Accelerator is a 6-month program to accelerate the growth of nature-inspired startups to scale systemic solutions to the world's most pressing environmental challenges.
Date Posted: 27 Mar, 2025
For the twenty-fifth consecutive year, Canon and Visa pour l’Image will present the prestigious Canon Female Photojournalist Grant, recognizing outstanding contributions to photojournalism by female photographers. If you are a Female Photojournalist with outstanding contributions and achievements in social, economic, political, or cultural subjects in a journalistic manner, don’t miss this grant.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
Applications for the Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowships 2025/2026 are now open. The Royal Academy of Engineering offers Research Fellowships each year to outstanding early-career researchers to support them to become future research leaders in engineering.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 DAAD Leadership for Africa Master's Scholarship Program for South Sudan and Uganda. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 SOAS University of London Hyundai Motor Group Scholarships.Hyundai Motor Group is offering five scholarships intended to nurture talent from Africa at SOAS University of London. Apply now!
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the SKU CP Accelerator 2025 for Consumer Package Businesses. The SKU CPG Accelerator is a renowned 12-week program designed specifically for market-validated companies seeking to scale their innovative products across various consumer-packaged goods (CPG) categories.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
The IUCN World Conservation Congress - Call for Changemakers 2025 is now open. IUCN is searching for the next generation of young innovators leading the way in nature conservation and sustainability. The IUCN World Conservation Congress Changemakers brings together young innovators and visionary leaders who are developing and implementing cutting-edge solutions to biodiversity, climate, and sustainable development challenges in their communities.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
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Applications are open for the ETH4D Research to Action Grants 2025. The ETH4D Research to Action Grant aims to ensure that research results are being used, implemented, and disseminated. It supports ETH Zurich bachelor students, master students, doctoral candidates, post-docs, senior scientists, and professors to develop prototypes, explore opportunities for entrepreneurship and discuss their work with practitioners.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
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.