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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 for the 2025 AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme are now open. AFRIKA KOMMT! a flagship initiative of German industry for young, future leaders from Africa. The fellowship programme that connects visionary African professionals and leading German companies. Together they pave the way for global inclusive business and mutually beneficial. The programme provides an unparalleled opportunity to young, talented African professionals for a one year career and life transformational experience.
Date Posted: 08 Mar, 2025
Applications for the TractionBoost Accelerator Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Mar, 2025
The OPEC Fund offers an Internship Program enabling students from diverse academic backgrounds to experience work with an international organization. Apply now!
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
The Singapore International Pre-Graduate Award (SIPGA) is inviting international students to immerse themselves in A*STAR’s dynamic research environment and collaborate with world-renowned scientists.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the TWAS-CAS Young Scientists Award for Frontier Science 2025. This annual prize, instituted in 2020, recognizes the scientific achievements of young scientists who work and reside in developing countries.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications for the Global Centre for Climate Mobility (GCCM) Climate Mobility Fellowship 2025-2026 are now open. This year-long fellowship is designed to enable youth leaders from Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean, and the Pacific, with the tools, networks, and expertise needed to drive impactful solutions in the growing field of climate mobility.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Jennings Randolph Senior Fellowship Program 2026. The USIP Jennings Randolph Senior Fellowship Competition, in support of Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU) and USIP priorities, seeks applications from senior experts who will advance thought leadership and scholarly research at the intersection of security cooperation and conflict prevention. Priority will be given to research proposals which closely align with the missions of both U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) and DSCU.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the UNU-WIDER Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme 2025. The Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme gives registered doctoral students the opportunity to utilize the resources and facilities at UNU-WIDER for their PhD dissertation or thesis research on developing economies, and to work with the researchers in areas of mutual interest.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the UNU-International Institute for Global Health (UNU-IIGH) Policy Research Fellow 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Higherlife Foundation Joshua Nkomo Scholarships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Atlantic Fellows for Racial Equity Program 2025. The 12-month Fellowship Experience invites changemakers throughout the Black diaspora and the wider world into a collective journey of deepening their leadership, grappling with the global complexities of race, and unlocking their creativity for social change.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
TWAS is inviting nominations for the 2025 Atta-ur-Rahman Award in Chemistry Award. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Resilience Innovation through Scaling Entrepreneurship (RISE) Urban Challenge 2025. The Challenge aims to convert innovative urban ideas that are meeting resilience needs in informality contexts and scale them to sustainable ideas.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Data Governance in Africa Research Fund 2025. Join the Data Governance in Africa Research Fund to shape data governance and data policies in African countries. The Initiative seeks African-based researchers to study current data governance trends and identify policy recommendations.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the United Nations Office of Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship 2025. Organized by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs in Geneva, in partnership with key international actors that empower youth in science diplomacy and global biosecurity, the Youth for Biosecurity Fellowship provide a unique learning and networking experience in the framework of the Biological Weapons Convention.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Are you a passionate young leader actively involved in advocating for greater health equity within your community? Are you leading projects within a registered non-profit organisation? Are you ready to be part of a global network with other young people who are creating positive change for the future? Apply now for the AstraZeneca Young Health Programme Impact Fellowship 2025.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the |TU-Huawei Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) 2025. The Generation Connect Young Leadership Programme (GCYLP) is an exciting programme to engage, empower, and inspire young digital leaders and changemakers. GCYLP is supporting young visionaries from around the world who propose creative, far-reaching, innovative, and feasible community-driven projects aimed at creating a more inclusive and empowered digital future.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Africa Fellows in Education Program 2025/2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
Are you a young professional seeking an opportunity to experience different fields of work and to gain access professional networks? Apply for the Young Professional Development Program 2025 today!
Date Posted: 06 Mar, 2025
The Berlin-based Forum Transregionale Studien invites researchers to apply for up to 3 postdoctoral fellowships for the academic year 2025/2026 for the research program EUROPE IN THE MIDDLE EAST—THE MIDDLE EAST IN EUROPE (EUME).
Date Posted: 05 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.