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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 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 are now open for the 2025 Sasol Foundation Mainstream Bursary Programme. 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 now open for the 2025 PriceWaterCooper (PwC) Reward Academy Graduate Programme. The Reward Academy is a three-year training programme aimed at transforming talented individuals into top-tier reward consultants.
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
Applications are open for the UNICAF Online Scholarship Programme 2025-26. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Apr, 2025
The Romanian Agency for Investments and Foreign Trade (ARICE), also known as InvestRomania, announces the launch of the file selection process for granting a number of 40 scholarships to foreign citizens to study in Romania starting with the 2025-2026 academic year
Date Posted: 14 Apr, 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.