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.

African Union (AU) Digital & Innovation Fellowship Program 2026
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3) is currently accepting applications for its Innovation Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is currently accepting applications for its Hungarian Government Scholarship Programme 2026–2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the UNDP Get Ready 3 timbuktoo EdTech 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

IHE Delft Institute for Water Education is currently accepting applications for its MSc in Water and Sustainable Development Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

UNIQLO is currently accepting applications for its Global Management Program in Japan 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

World Food Prize Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Borlaug Field Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it,
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

Spencer Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Small Research Grants on Education Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

Innovative co-creation soil health living labs (iCOSHELLs) is currently accepting applications for its Open Call for Innovative Soil Health Living Labs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Short Term Grant for Armenia Studies 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026

Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore is currently accepting applications for its Global Connect Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2026

Social Innovation in Health Initiative (SIHI) is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The Amahoro Coalition Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Internet Society Early Career Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026

International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is currently accepting applications for its AI for Good Impact Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026

Women's Refugee Commission (WRC) is currently accepting applications for its Humanitarian Futures: Gender, Displacement, and Justice Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the HP/HP Foundation Future of Work Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026

Tarbell has opened applications for its Grants for Original Reporting on AI and its Impacts 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is currently accepting applications for its PCT Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026

The World Academy of Science (TWAS) is currently accepting applications for its Seed Grant for New African Principal Investigators (SG-NAPI) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
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.