The 2027 intake required a South African Grade 12 learner under 21, at least 70% overall in final Grade 11 results excluding Life Orientation, and either 60% in Pure Mathematics or 80% in Mathematical Literacy. Applicants also needed entrepreneurial potential and an intended eligible degree at a named partner university.
What it may cover
Funding and study level
Households at or below R1 million annual income receive full funding including university accommodation, meals, textbooks, tutoring and a monthly stipend; higher-income successful candidates receive needs-based support plus mentoring and entrepreneurial development.
What to do
Prepare without using an old form
Check how this route works2027 applications closed; published deadline 30 April 2026. Old adverts and screenshots may have expired.
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Direct answers
Allan Gray Fellowship 2027 questions
Who should check Allan Gray Fellowship 2027?
The 2027 intake required a South African Grade 12 learner under 21, at least 70% overall in final Grade 11 results excluding Life Orientation, and either 60% in Pure Mathematics or 80% in Mathematical Literacy. Applicants also needed entrepreneurial potential and an intended eligible degree at a named partner university.
What can Allan Gray Fellowship 2027 pay for?
Households at or below R1 million annual income receive full funding including university accommodation, meals, textbooks, tutoring and a monthly stipend; higher-income successful candidates receive needs-based support plus mentoring and entrepreneurial development.
Is Allan Gray Fellowship 2027 open now?
2027 applications closed. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.