Brief Description
The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is a life-changing leadership journey. The scholarship combines financial support with a leadership programme that will challenge you, grow you, and connect you to young African changemakers – just like you.
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Scholarship Details
- Host(s): The Mandela Rhodes Foundation
- Host Country: South Africa
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships
- Study Abroad: Study in South Africa
- Reward: Fully Funded
- Eligible Countries: All African Countries
Scholarship Requirements and Eligibility
- Be a citizen of an African country
- Be between the ages of 19 and 29
- By 1 Jan 2024, I will an undergraduate degree with excellent academic results (above 70% or upper-second class Honours)
- I can study at a postgraduate level in English. Take this free test if you’re unsure.
Scholarship Financial Benefits
The leadership development programme
Our programme is built on our founding principles of reconciliation, education, entrepreneurship, and leadership, and a belief that leadership begins with inner transformation. We aim to keep Nelson Mandela’s legacy alive by equipping young African leaders with the competence and courage to transform the continent into a place where everyone has equal opportunity to thrive. Our programme is delivered primarily through a series of week-long residential workshops which you will attend during your time in residence.
The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship offers comprehensive funding for the core costs associated with your studies. It covers tuition for a one-year Honours degree or a two-year Masters degree in any field at a recognised South African institution of higher education. This includes:
- Tuition and registration fees
- Allowances for study materials, research, and medical aid
- Accommodation and meals
- Personal allowance and economy class travel to and from your home country to your South African university at the beginning and end of your degree.
- You will also receive a personal allowance.
Application Deadline
21 APRIL 2023
How To Apply
For more information, Interested candidates should visit the official website of the 2024 Mandela Rhodes Postgraduate Scholarship
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