Student funding

international scholarships for South Africans

international scholarships for South Africans: The official changing list of international government and partner scholarships available to eligible South Africans. This page explains the official route without promising an award.

Evidence checked International study for South AfricansMultiple calls with different dates
Short answer

Every scholarship has its own citizenship, age, qualification, academic, language and return-to-South-Africa conditions. The granting agency's current notice overrides summaries.

What it may cover

Funding and study level

Varies by scholarship and may include tuition, travel, accommodation, insurance and a stipend.

undergraduatehonoursmastersdoctoralpostdoctoralshort-term exchangevaries by scholarship call

What to do

Prepare without using an old form

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Check how this route worksMultiple calls with different dates. Old adverts and screenshots may have expired.

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Compare the rules with your situationRead the short answer above one condition at a time. If a condition is unclear, ask the provider before sending documents.

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Do not submit an old formUse the official provider route to look for a new call. Prepare the listed evidence, but do not send documents until the provider publishes a current application route.

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Keep your records privateSave results, document lists, submitted forms and reference numbers that apply to you. Never share an OTP, password or banking PIN.

Direct answers

DHET International Scholarships questions

Who should check DHET International Scholarships?

Every scholarship has its own citizenship, age, qualification, academic, language and return-to-South-Africa conditions. The granting agency's current notice overrides summaries.

What can DHET International Scholarships pay for?

Varies by scholarship and may include tuition, travel, accommodation, insurance and a stipend.

Is DHET International Scholarships open now?

Multiple calls with different dates. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.