Scholarships


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A scholarship is a form of financial aid, awarded to a student based on their academic achievement. 

A scholarship is essentially free money given to a student in support of their studies, and does not need to be repaid.

Scroll down to view all available scholarships right here on The Careers Portal. Many of the scholarships listed below are scholarships in South Africa, however we do have international scholarships listed as well.

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Applications are now open for the Allan Gray Scholarship Programme 2026, which is aimed at Grade 6 learners who demonstrate strong academic potential, and who require financial assistance to pursue their educational goals.


The Absa Fellowship Programme 2026 is open for applications, and will provide scholarships and a development programme for future African leaders. 

 

 


If you are in Grade 12 and hoping to move into university studies next year then the Allan Gray Fellowship may be the helping hand you need to get you there. Applications are open now for top performing grade 12 students. 


If you want to study courses in the Human Settlements related fields then this scholarship from the national Department of Human Settlements could be perfect for you.


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Studying at a university can be expensive. Luckily, there are scholarships available that can help you cover the costs. Let's explore the options and see how you can apply.


If you dream of studying in North West South Africa, you are in luck. This region offers a variety of scholarships to help you achieve your academic goals.


Are you a highly motivated young person from a disadvantaged background, brimming with potential but lacking the resources to turn your dreams into reality? If you see yourself in this description, then the Moshal Program could be your life-changing opportunity.


The Hungarian Government occasionally offers scholarships to South African students to study at participating public universities in Hungary. These international scholarships are run by the Department of Higher Education and Training.


Scholarships are a great way to fund your education without accruing a lot of debt. However, applying for scholarships can be a competitive and challenging process. To increase your chances of receiving a scholarship, it is important to avoid common mistakes that can hurt your application.


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Post-Matric Options

 

We helped you with past papers for your matric exams, so hopefully you are happy with your Matric results. So now you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths. You might want to study law, teaching, or nursing. Of course studying is expensive so we have helpful advice about student loans, NSFAS bursaries, Fundi loans, ISFAP, and lots of other funding options.

These options range from pursuing higher education at universities , TVET Colleges or  private colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.

 


 

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