Scholarships

FOR PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

Africa Educational Trust

  • AET has a very small grant programme in South Africa to assist in the payment of school fees for disadvantaged children.

The Kenneth Kirkwood Fund

  • Kenneth Kirkwood was the first Professor of Race Relations at Oxford and Chairman of AET from 1987-1994. His memorial fund provides support for students from Southern Africa who encounter financial problems. First priority for this grant goes to students at St Antony’s College.

Room to Grow Girls’ Scholarship

  • In the Challenge Grant Model we select regions in which we want to operate, areas where we have built schools or established libraries and thus know the local authorities. Each applicant and her family complete a simple written application and have a personal interview.

FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

Community College Initiative Program

  • enables individuals from Brazil, Cuba, Egypt, Ghana, Indonesia, Pakistan, South Africa, Turkey, and selected countries in Central America to spend one year studying at community colleges in the United States and earn a vocational certificate.

York University

  • International Scholarship Program for Africa (4). VALUE: $100,000 ($25,000 x 4 years). Must be citizen of an African country. To renew — maintain high academic standing (7.8 on a 9-point York scale) in each academic year at York

ICCR Scholarships

  • The Government of India, through the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), New Delhi, is offering the following scholarships for meritorious South African nationals for the year 2009 – 2010 for studies in India.
  • Detailed information regarding the scholarships and the application forms can be collected from the: Indian Cultural Centre, Consulate General of India, Johannesburg.

FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

Australian Development Scholarship Program (ADS)

  • The Africa ADS program provides academic scholarships to undertake There website is designed to be a useful tool for you to find out more information about the scholarships eligibility criteria, country specific details, the institutions at which the scholarships can be undertaken, information about Australia and the regions where the institutions are located as well as details on the forum (chat room) and alumni to connect with past and present awardees. Master Degrees and Postgraduate Diplomas

  • Priority sectors: Science and Technology, ICT, Construction, Engineering, Project Management, Public Sector Management, Planning and Tourism
  • Number of scholarships available for 2009 intake : 10

Canon Collins Trust

  • provides scholarships to students who wish to pursue a postgraduate degree (mainly Master’s degrees of one or two years) in either the United Kingdom or South Africa.

Graça Machel Scholarships

  • The aim is to provide female students with scholarships that will equip them to take up leadership roles for the benefit of their community, nation and region. Applications to this UK administered programme are for courses in both South Africa and the UK, and will be considered for other relevant schemes if unsuccessful for this particular scheme.

Higher Education Master in Africa Programme (HEMA)

  • A research based master programme focusing on the changing functions, policies, and operations of Higher Education, with a special emphasis on higher education in the developing world. Through the eyes of various disciplinary perspectives, the programme provides students with a solid basis for analysing and critically assessing change processes at all relevant levels in higher education.

INSEAD INSEAD Greendale Foundation Scholarship

  • The Trustees of the Greendale Foundation wish to provide access to the INSEAD MBA programme to disadvantaged South Africans who are committed to developing international management expertise in Africa and who plan their careers in the Southern Africa region. INSEAD Scholarships are the most sought-after source of financial assistance. They are limited in number and there is significant competition for each award. These scholarships are granted under various criteria and essentially there are two basic categories of scholarships:
    • Need-based: demonstrate financial need
    • Non-need based: based on either merit, nationality, gender, professional background, leadership abilities, field of previous studies etc.

Mandela Magdalene College Scholarship for South Africa

  • Supports South African graduate students of outstanding academic merit and leadership potential who would otherwise be unable to take up a place at Cambridge University. The scholarships are open to citizens of South Africa, normally under the age of 35 and normally resident in South Africa who have, or expect to obtain before 1 October 2007, a first class or high second class honours degree or its equivalent from a recognised University. Successful applicants will be expected to return to South Africa to work or study after completing the course at Cambridge.

Nelson Mandela Scholarships

  • The scholarship wishes to recognise the dedication, determination and drive of previously disadvantaged graduates, by giving them the opportunity to undertake a year of post-graduate study at one of the best universities in the United Kingdom. We believe that exposure to the diverse spectrum of cultures will challenge, motivate and rapidly develop the leadership potential of our scholars.

Rhodes Scholarships in Southern Africa

  • The Scholarship is for full-time study and pays your entire tuition fee. It provides you with a comfortable living allowance of £11,000 per year, and also pays the cost of transport for you and your necessary belongings to and from Oxford .
  • There are ten Scholarships available in Southern Africa each year.

University of Edinburgh Southern African Scholarships

  • will offer two scholarships for postgraduate study in any subject offered by the University to students from Southern African countries. One of the scholarships will be available for a one year Master’s degree programme and the other scholarship for a three year PhD degree programme.
  • The scholarship covers the overseas rate of tuition fee and University accommodation for the duration of the postgraduate degree programme.

POSTGRADUATE – FELLOWSHIPS

African Humanities Program (AHP)

  • seeks to revitalize the humanities in Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda through fellowship competitions and meetings associated with them. The AHP is funded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York.

National University of Ireland, Galway – International Scholarship Programme

  • provides a number of postgraduate scholarships for outstanding students from South Africa, Sri Lanka and Ethiopia, who wish to study at NUI Galway, who would otherwise be unable to finance their studies in Ireland. Priority will be given to applicants who demonstrate that the knowledge they acquire from their studies will be utilised subsequently to support development in their home countries.
  • The scholarship amount will be up to € 15,000 for one academic year towards the cost of travel and accommodation. In addition, relevant tuition fees will be awarded by NUI Galway. Selection criteria will be based on academic merit and financial need.

International Senior Research Fellowships

  • support outstanding researchers, either medically qualified or science graduates, who wish to establish a research career in an academic institution. We usually expect applicants for this scheme to have spent a significant period of their postdoctoral (or equivalent) research career working outside their chosen country. However proposals can also be considered from those who have pursued successful careers entirely in-country. Applications are particularly encouraged from outstanding scientists working outside their own countries who wish to return home.

University of Sydney World Scholars

  • From 2009, up to 20 new full tuition fee PhD scholarships will be available per annum for international students. Scholarships will cover the full cost of tuition fees for three years. A travel contribution of up to $2000 will also be provided to scholarship holders towards a return international air fare.

51 thoughts on “Scholarships

  1. tadesse tsegaye says:

    i am from ethiopia having bachelor of degree in chemistry from jimma university 2008 now i am working as afull time assistant instructo in one of the newly established universities mizan tepi now i want afully sponsored free scholarship abroad how it is possible please help me

  2. I am a South African female, currently doing my first year in the University of Cape Town and I am wondering if there are any bursaries for Microbiology or Genetucs and Development majors.
    Thank you

  3. Benard Sibanda says:

    I’m a zimbabwean citizen staying in South africa and i will be studying for theology degree inyear 2010. I desire to get scholarship freely sponsored . The South African government does not offer grant or bursaries to foreigners. I need help, thank you

  4. Yilma Yisehak says:

    I am an Ethiopian looking for a tuition fee scholarship to study at South Africa Theological Seminary, a research MTh gradute program. I have already cotacted SATS and they are recomended me to find a scholarship. How can you help me! Thank you.

  5. Davis Njeru says:

    i would like to know whether you, people can offer a scholarship to any person studying in his own country?

  6. Terefe Hordofa says:

    I am Terefe Hordofa from Ethiopia.I graduated from Jimma University from department of Information science I want to pursue my education by master of computer science or in related fields in order to acquire more knowledge and make my dream true. I hope you will respond very soon.
    Thank You in advance!!!
    Terefe Hordofa
    Phone: +251910037327
    E-mail: terefeho@gmail.com
    Addis Ababa
    Ethiopia

  7. SENAIT SAMUEL says:

    I am 20 young lady from Ethiopian,graduate of Bsc on library and Information Science from jimma University in 2009..I want to study my masters degree in related field specially in network or Information techinology,information managiment and archiving.I have 3.04 GPA .please help me to join one of the University in SOUTH AFRICA. After my complition of the study I returned to my country and my university to serve what I learn in the cource of schooling in the university.
    Thank in advance
    sincerly
    senait samuel
    E-mail:. senaits73@gmail.com

  8. i am a female Zimbabwean citizen aged 21 and currently doing my first year at UCT.I was wondering if I can get assistance or aid from you guys for the remaining 2 years of my degree that is 2011 and 2012.I am currently studying a bachelor in social sciences,my majors being organizational psychology and sociology.your assistance will be greatly appreciated.
    I am hoping for a favorable reply from you.

    Regards
    hildah jana

  9. I am from the Congo currently staying in Johannesburg. I am studying at the University of Johannesburg towards a BSc in Quantity Surveying. I am working part time to finance my studies but are having difficulty as the university fees are very expensive. I really need help as no organisation in South Africa will offer bursaries to foreigners.
    I have completed my second year of study, and I still have two years (2011 & 2012) to obtain my qualification. I would just like to know if you can help me find finance, a bursary, or a sponsor? I will really appreciate it if you respond to my request via my email.

    Kind regards
    Jack Mbambu

  10. Muluken Molla says:

    October 6, 2010 at 9:31 am

    I am Muluken Molla ,I have Graduated from Hawassa University in Animal and Range Sciences in 2006G.C. I have C GPA 2.73. Since 2006/07 G.C. I have been working in Government office( Agricultural and Rural Development Office)for four consecutive years I have a good Potential to continue further in my department as well as related department , hence if I have get the scholarship opportunity to learn more in MSC programme I ,myself so interested.I am so interested to learn my MSc programme in South Africa Johannesburg University ,please help me I would like to U thanks for the coming positive responses
    Email: muluken.molla@yahoo.com
    Phone No. Mobile +251913112431(+251911390489)
    yours sincerely
    God Blees U( good luck )
    Muluken Molla

  11. tsegaye yadessa says:

    I am tsegaye yadessa ,a Bsc holder in electrical engineering, a CCNA and CCNP(bcmsn). Since September 2007 i have been working in telecommunication company.

    I want to you to help me if there is a possible chance of continuing my Msc study in South Africa in communication systems or electrical engineering (specializing: network engineering) . In addition, i want a financial aid if i get admission as my salary in Ethiopian cannot cover more than my living cost in Ethiopia.

    hoping to hear from you soon

    tsegaye

  12. Agnetah Ongaya says:

    hi am Agnetah from Nairobi Kenya. I will complete my Law degree from Kenyatta University. I would like to know if there is a full scholarship for an LLM. please notify me so that i can apply. Thank you in advance.

  13. Nakawooma Jamirah k says:

    Am a graduate surveyor from makerere university and a ugandan,I would like to do a masters in GIS.How can i be helped?

  14. iam male ethiopian citizen aged 22 and currently diong my 2nd year law sudent at jijiga university am wondering if ican get any assistance for you for the remaining 3 years to obtain my qualification.
    i would like to know if you can help me asponsor?
    i will realy appreciate it if you reply to my request via my email
    thank you

  15. luckson innocent muteve says:

    I am a student at midlands state university in Zimbabwe am doing chemical technology and am seeking for any form of help so that i can complete my course. Curently am finishing my first year.Your help wil l be greatly appreciated since i am about to stop the course due to financial problems. I am hardworking as evidenced by my level 1 semester 1 results. l will be most greatful if you reply myrequest via my email

  16. hi there
    i matriculated in 2009,and financialy unstable…i would to study social working.any help wii be highly appreaciated,tahnx

  17. I am a formally disadvantaged black South African currently completing a PhD in Public and Development Management at Stellenbosch University, in South Africa. I have previously applied for a Harvard South Africa Fellowship Programme’s Post Doctoral study. I would like to work in Advanced African Leadership or Business Management where I want to design an electronic model of a governance balanced scorecard for education in Africa. This is in line and could benefit the World Development Goals on Education For All. Is there a chnce that my application could be accepted in future as I would like to apply again for the 2012 programme.

  18. nyaradzo mabhekani says:

    I am a Zimbabwean by nationality and i will be completing my matric at the end of 2011.I have a very big dream of studying law at any university in sa.I have the potential to make justice prevail in Africa,i have the determination to excel in my studies but my challenge is that i cannot afford to pay any university fees .I would appreciate any kind of help from anyone.If anyone have got something for me you can email me anytime you are welcome.

  19. i am 25years volunteers in environmental conservation since i finished my secondary school i have a big dream in conservation but i lack support

  20. Dejene Zewdie says:

    I am Dejene zewdie from Ethiopia I have Diploma in physics and i work in Debre Birhan university in physics laboratory assistant from 2009 up to now please help me to learn in degree program in physics or Electrical engineering
    email dejenezewdie2002@yahoo.com
    Thanks !!!!

  21. Sindisiwe Kubheka says:

    I am currently studying at UJ nd I am looking for a busary.I am majoring in Psychology, Sociology and Development Studies….Please help me find a busary because I am really desperate for one.

  22. To whom it may concern:
    I have just discovered some good interests about myself as I had never done career counselling before,I belong to Social services studies.Iam 33 years old with two kids,married.My husband earn too little .Iam unemployed now,and I was the bread winer this makes me so confused as to look for the job or a bursary.I would really appreciate and be happy to get a Social Work Bursary.This would also help me and my husband to prepare a bright future on time for our kids.

    Thanking you in advance(.Johannesburg)
    Thaby

  23. F.S.Mnyebeleza says:

    Marcus Gurvey says

    I am South African citizen male 23 years old guy I want to study llb law at any university. So my problem is finance to pay for the course. For help you can call me on:0739975208 OR e-mail me on :monzXD@vodamail.co.za

    THANK

  24. I am studying at UJ in South Africa looking for any bursary. I am doing Ba Psychology.

  25. Hi i am female from Springs South Africa in the gauteng region i am doing my first year in Bcom Accounting at CTI colledge i need a busary to futher my study my mom pays out and She is not coping

  26. I am a female; 27yrs old; South African based in Gauteng and need to complete my studies; truly in need of assistance/bursary. Having my mom as the only bread winner of three children I was not able to complete Financial Information Systems; I need to study and continue from my second year and further. God willing this too shall pass; please help.

  27. Am a Zimbabwean looking for scholarship for my distance learning program at unisa thank you.

  28. SAMUEL TOCHUKWU says:

    Sequel to my unquenching desire to work for South Africa, I earnestly wish to ask for any of the following Financial Aid :- (1.)Assistance (2.)Bursary (3.)Schorlarship to do my Degree in Mathematics to enable me become a Lecturer in a South African University or Radiology to become a Radiographer in a SA Hospital. I have all my documents needed to apply immediately for any Science Related Programme right here in SA. I have a National Diploma with a CGPA = 3.07 in Computer Science from Abia State Polytechnic in Nigeria, a Temporary Resident & Study Permit as well as Working Permit. I’m currently doing a small job for Shoprite-Checkers in Durban. Any prompt reply to my request will be highly appreciated. Remain Blessed. E-mail : samistart@yahoo.com Mobile Phone: +27736049328

  29. orock edwardson tanyi says:

    my name is orock edwardson tanyi l love to be educated,l am fatherless and motherless please l want your help for you pleople to offer me a scholarship for me to continue my education am a student of form four please l highly need your help, please if you want to help me here is my adress orock.tanyi@yahoo.com and am a cameroonian please l highly need you help, thanks for your understanding have a nice day.bye

  30. It would be my dream and my moms dream to see my self finally receiving a bursary or scholaship,iam a psychology student and i would really like to see my self finishing my degree, pls help me get it.

  31. how does one apply for LLM international scholarships? Preferably Havard or UK scholarships.

  32. NORAH DANHIKA says:

    am a zimbabwean lady admitted a stellenbosh in SA for the third time,failling to proceed due to financial constrains.i will apreciate your help.email ndanhika@gmail.com

  33. lebyane agatha says:

    I am a girl of 15 years from mpumalanga,I’m in grade heading to grade 11 next year.I’m a science learner and I was hoping if maybe you can offer me a scholarship so I can go to another school in jhb.I am an abused person that’s why I want to get to another school so I can focus on my studies. Thank you

  34. Mutandani Veryson says:

    I am currently looking for sponsorship/bursary to begin the study, Msc Agriculture Degree by early January 2012, at BOTSWANA COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE. I am a Zimbabwean national. I am prepared to furnish you with the fee structure in pulas. I am currently waiting to you for financial assistance, since I could not manage to raise the fees.

    Your help is greatly sought, and direct contact can be done to me at, the Email: mutandaniveryson@gmail.com

  35. Mutandani Veryson says:

    I am currently looking for well wishers who can assist me financially, so as to facilitate my Msc Agriculture Degree study at BOTSWANA COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, with effect from early January 2012. I am a Zimbabwean national, who is a holder of BSc(Hons) Agriculture Degree. Proof of satisfactory sponsorship is is required right now by the college Admissions, for me to register. I could not raise the required fee, to start and complete this Msc Agriculture Degree at the institution. I have no relatives or parents who can assist me, since all of my parents are poor peasants farmers in rural Zimbabwe. I am the breadwinner in a family of 10.

    May God inspire any well wisher for urgent help.Direct contact to me can be done on the Email: mutandaniveryson@gmail.com

  36. I’m Oliver from DRC, actually I’m living in Johannesburg using asylum paper (refugee paper), having IT skills and I need to improve it by going to school (university or colleges) but finance is a big problem for me cause I don’t have any support (parents died in tribal conflict in my country)… PLEASE MAY SOMEONE HELP ME… mokonzi88@hotmail.fr

  37. Reynolds Opoku Sefah says:

    I’m from Ghana. My name is Reynolds. I completed Junior High School in the year 2009 but dropped out off school because i had no one to push me through this is because my dad is dead and my mum is not working. I now live a hopeless life and so i plead to you to help me acquire education. My email:Killbill19912@hotmail.com tell no. :+233541979996… I look forward to your usual co-operation. Thank You.

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  39. Steve Eshiemogie says:

    Please i am indeed an intelligent ss3 student and i have a big dream to transform this world into a better place. But all these can come to pass if and only i am awarded with a scholarship into one of the universities abroad because all the schools in my country Nigeria are not up to standard. Thanks.

  40. Iam from sudan my name is baha eldin adam. I am currently looking for sponsorship to have master degree in Geodesy, i graduated from university of khartoum since 2002 in surveying engineering

  41. i need a scholaship to be a scientis visit my site for my cv download https://sigudla.yolasite.com

  42. please help me in order to continiue my education

  43. I am looking for financial assistance to study theology with the Bible University in New York but corresponding in South Africa under Hatfield Christian Church. Hope to hear from you who are blessed and support the growth of the Kingdom of God.

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  47. FREDRICK THONDHLANA says:

    i am very gratefull for the work you are doing. I am also a zimbabwean looking for assistance to further my studies in Religious Studies. I finished my studies in 2009 at United Theological College with a merit, but i am struggling to find sponsorship. May God continue to empower you in assisting the needy.

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