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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.
Applications are ongoing for the LEAP Africa Leadership Accelerator Programme 2025 for Young African Women. If you're passionate about driving change, ready to lead, and eager to grow personally and professionally, this opportunity is for you!
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Africa Epidemic Services (AES) Fellowship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
Holcim is pleased to partner once again with One Young World to offer the Holcim Scholarship, this year focusing on broadening the conversation around Al and its uses in promoting sustainability and urban resilience. The programme will enable an interdisciplinary cohort of five young leaders to participate in the upcoming One Young World Summit 2025 in Munich as part of Holcim's global delegation.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2025
Applications are ongoing for the Institute for Al Policy & Strategy (IAPS) Al Policy Fellowship 2025. The IAPS Al Policy Fellowship is a unique, fully-funded, three-month program for professionals from varied backgrounds aiming to strengthen practical policy skills for managing the challenges and opportunities of advanced Al. The program will run from September 1 to November 21, 2025, in Washington, D.C., and remotely.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are currently open for the Sony Women in Technology Award with Nature 2026. By spotlighting their achievements, Sony hope to inspire and empower the next generation of women in technology.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Simons Foundation Pivot Fellowship Program 2025. The fellowship will support researchers with a strong track record of success and achievement in their current field, and a deep interest, curiosity and drive to make contributions to a new discipline.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the Reckitt Lead2030 Challenge for SDG 6. Reckitt is proud to have supported the Lead2030 SDG6 challenge since 2019, working with 11 WASH entrepreneurs to date. They want to build on this success in 2025, by supporting innovations that create measurable impact by enabling access to clean water, sanitation or hygiene, and are particularly interested in innovations with a focus on children or women/girls.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the Enel Foundation Open Africa Power Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications for the Teach for Liberia Fellowship Program 2025 are now open. The Fellowship is a Leadership Development Program. Teacher Fellows gain professional training and support while they expand opportunities for students in the highest-need schools.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Internship 2025. Through a conducive training and career development environment, IGAD is seeking to place 14 young professionals, (2) per country who are interested in advancing gender equality in different fields of their careers. The Internship Programme is a learning opportunity aimed at attracting talented young women and men who are strongly motivated to share their new perspectives and innovative ideas in IGAD.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the ARUA Early-career Research Fellowships 2025. The African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA), with support from the Mastercard Foundation and the Carnegie Corporation of New York, is launching this Early-Career Research Fellowship program. The initiative will fund up to forty-two (42) early-career researchers to conduct globally competitive research at the host and affiliated institutions of ARUA's thirteen (13) Centres of Excellence (CoEs).
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Al for Good Scholarship to Attend the One Young World Summit 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026 Singapore International Graduate Award 2026 Scholarships. This is is a bond-free award offered to international students with excellent academic undergraduate and/or master’s results, and strong interest in doing research leading to a doctorate (PhD) or an EngD in Science and Engineering at a Singapore University.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the NewSchools GenAl Math Grant 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2025
Applications for the Coded by Ventures People Accelerator 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2025
Are you a young photographer under 35 with a passion for storytelling and social justice? The Deloitte Foundation invites you to apply for the Photo Grant Award 2025, a prestigious international platform designed to spotlight visual projects exploring inequality, human rights, and the contradictions shaping modern society.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the Thrive Philanthropy Seed Grant Program 2025. Apply now and stand a chance to receive up to $5,000 USD.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2025
Applications are open for the Google for Startups Accelerator Africa Program 2025. This is a three-month hybrid accelerator program for Seed to Series A technology startups. The accelerator program is designed to bring the best of Google’s programs, products, people and technology to communities across Africa.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2025
Nominations are invited for the EE 30 Under 30 Class of 2025. EE 30 Under 30 recognizes young people across the globe who are building a sustainable future through education. Nominate yourself or someone you know today.
Date Posted: 14 Apr, 2025
Nominations are open for the Al-Sumait Prize in Food Security 2025. Kuwait's annual Al-Sumait Prize honors individuals or institutions who have, through their work or research, made significant advances in the fields of food security, health, and education in Africa. An initiative of His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the late Amir of the State of Kuwait, its goal is to shine a light on those making a positive difference to sustainable development in Africa.
Date Posted: 14 Apr, 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.