The Allan Gray Fellowship Programme provides you with the opportunity to not only fund your studies but also build your entrepreneurial spirit through mentorship and development.
If you’re under 21 and meet the academic requirements, this could be your chance to become a future leader and value-creating entrepreneur.
Allan Gray Bursary Details
Bursary Name: Allan Gray Fellowship Programme 2025
Provider: Allan Gray Orbis Foundation
Eligible Fields: Commerce, Science, Engineering, Law, Humanities, Arts & Health Science (excluding Medicine, Veterinary Science, and Dentistry)
Application Deadline: 30 April 2025, 17:00 SAST
Funding Amount: Full or needs-based funding (depending on household income)
Apply Here: Online Application
About the Bursary Provider
The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation is dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship by supporting high-potential students through financial aid, mentorship, and entrepreneurial development.
The foundation seeks to develop responsible entrepreneurs who create value within their communities and beyond.
Allan Gray Fellowship Programme Eligibility Requirements
- A minimum of 60% in Pure Mathematics OR a minimum of 80% in Mathematical Literacy for final Grade 11 results
- A minimum average of 70% for final Grade 11 results (excluding Life Orientation)
- Applicant must be under the age of 21 in the year of application
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must intend to study towards an eligible degree at WITS, UJ, UCT, NMU, RU, UWC, SU, UP, UFS, UKZN, or TSiBA
- Certified copy of final Grade 11 report (most recent)
- Certified copy of your ID
How to Apply
- Online: Apply Here
- Hand Delivery:
- Cape Town: 46 Hof Street, Oranjezicht, Cape Town
- Johannesburg: 1st Floor, Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, 1 Protea Place, Cnr of Fredman Drive and Protea Place, Sandton, Johannesburg
- Post: Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, Freepost No: CB 11349, Kloof Street, 8008
It is strongly advised to apply online or hand-deliver your application to avoid postal delays. Late applications will not be accepted.
You can download your application form here.
Remember to submit your application form and supporting documents online or via post before 30 April 2025, 17:00 SAST.
Successful applicants will be invited for an interview in July 2025. Selected candidates will be invited to a selection camp in September 2025.
Ensure you give yourself enough time to complete the application form (at least 2 days is recommended).
What the Allan Gray Fellowship Covers
Academic & Financial Support
- Applicants with a combined annual household income of R1 million and below will receive full funding, covering university accommodation, meals, textbooks, tutoring allowance, and a monthly stipend.
- Applicants with a combined annual household income above R1 million will receive needs-based funding.
- Funding details will be communicated to successful candidates after the camp stage.
Entrepreneurial Support
- Mentorship from an individually assigned foundation staff member and a business mentor.
- Access to the Foundation’s online entrepreneurial curriculum.
- Participation in an annual entrepreneurship conference, seminars, and workshops.
- Access to a community of like-minded individuals.
- Business incubation opportunities.
- Access to business/venture funding via E Squared (available to students on the IVC program and graduates with viable business ideas).
Application Deadline & Contact Details
Applications close on 30 April 2025 at 17:00 SAST.
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