Applications are currently being accepted for the Gallagher Foundation Scholarship 2027. Interested apllicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Gallagher Foundation Scholarship
The Gallagher Foundation Scholarship 2027 in South Africa is a prestigious opportunity for South African citizens entering their first year of undergraduate study at the University of Cape Town. This scholarship supports students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to ethical values, providing funding for up to four years (or six years for medical programs).
The Gallagher Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to developing future leaders in South Africa. Through its scholarship program, the foundation invests in young people who show a strong vision to improve their country, aligning with the foundation’s leadership traits and values. The program also includes a rigorous selection process involving interviews and document verification.
Benefits of Gallagher Foundation Scholarship
- Maximum of four years of funding (six years for medical programs)
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Accommodation costs
- Meal support
- Books and academic supplies
- Laptop provision
- Personal living allowance
- Travel stipend for trips home
Gallagher Foundation Scholarship Requirements
- Citizen of South Africa
- Entering first year of undergraduate university studies in 2027
- Applied to a degree program at the University of Cape Town requiring a maximum of 4 years or a 6 year medical degree program
- Evidence of academic excellence
- Evidence of leadership potential through involvement in leadership activities
- Commitment to making a difference in their country
- Belief that progress can be achieved without violence
- Alignment with the Gallagher Foundation Leadership Traits
- Meet the financial criteria for NSFAS Bursary or NSFAS Student Loan
- Final selection dependent upon final acceptance to the University of Cape Town
Application Date and Process
- Complete the online application form on the Gallagher Foundation website
- Upload required documents: Letter of Recommendation, High School Results, National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores, Proof of Conditional Acceptance to UCT
- Provide proof of income documentation for guardians according to employment status
- Submit four short essays (250-750 words each) on specified prompts
- Complete candidate consent and agreement sections
- Submit the application by July 31, 2026
Application Deadline
31 July, 2026
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