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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in South Africa to help fund your studies abroad or in South Africa. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are currently being accepted for Horowitz Foundation for Social Policy Small Grant Program 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grant and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2025
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) is now accepting applications for its Walters Kundert Fellowship 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2025
African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) is currently accepting applications for its Invitation for Sub-Delegation(s) For Creating Opportunities for Youth and Women in Africa (COYWA) 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here and apply with it.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2025
Durban FilmMart South Africa has now opened applications for its Talents Durban Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Nov, 2025
Digital Health Africa is currently accepting applications for its Internship Program 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Hello Tomorrow Global Challenge and Deep Tech Pioneers Community 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Tarbell Center for AI Journalism Fellowship 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
University of Lausanne (UNIL) is currently accepting applications for its Summer Research Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
UNIQLO is currently accepting application for its Global Management Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is accepting applications for the Reagan Fascell Democracy Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
France Éducation international is cuurently accepting applications for its Language Teaching Assistant Program 2026/2027. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Imperial College London is currently accepting applications for the Global Development Fellowship 2025-2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Santa Fe Institute is now accepting applications for the Undergraduate Complexity Research Programme 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Vienna BioCenter (VBC) Scientific Training Summer School Research Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Max Planck Institute has opened applications For Gravitational Physics Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Australia Awards Fellowships Round 21 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about the opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Groundwork London is currently accepting applications for the Resilient Communities Grants Programme 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The ETH Student Summer Research Fellowship (ETH SSRF) Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Yale University is accepting applications for its Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Institute for Law & Al's Summer has opened applicastions for its Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
1. Why should I study in South Africa?
South Africa is home to some of the top universities in Africa, offering world-class education across various disciplines. The country has a vibrant cultural life, breathtaking landscapes, and opportunities for students to immerse themselves in a multicultural society.
2. What are the top universities in South Africa?
Some of the most prominent universities in South Africa include:
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
3. What are the admission requirements to study in South Africa?
Admission requirements vary depending on the university and program. Generally, students need:
A high school diploma or equivalent for undergraduate programs.
Proof of English proficiency through tests like IELTS or TOEFL (for nonnative speakers).
For postgraduate programs, a relevant bachelor's degree is required.
Some programs may have specific subject or grade requirements.
4. Are there scholarships available for international students in South Africa?
Yes, scholarships are available for both domestic and international students. Scholarships can be provided by:
The South African government through initiatives like the National Research Foundation.
Universities
International organizations and partnerships such as the Commonwealth Scholarships
5. Do I need a student visa to study in South Africa?
Yes, international students need a student visa to study in South Africa. The process requires you to provide:
Proof of admission to a South African university.
A valid passport.
Proof of financial means to support yourself during your studies.
Proof of medical insurance valid in South Africa.
6. Can I work while studying in South Africa?
Yes, international students are allowed to work part-time for up to 20 hours per week during the academic year and full-time during university holidays, as long as they hold a valid study visa.
7. What is the process for recognizing foreign qualifications in South Africa?
If you obtained your qualifications outside of South Africa, you may need to have them recognized through the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). This process ensures your previous academic qualifications meet South African standards for higher education.