The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is one of the most respected government-funded scholarships in the world. It supports international students from Africa and other regions to study for Master’s or PhD degrees in the U.S.
What the Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly living stipend
- Health insurance
- Travel costs (round-trip ticket)
- Books and research allowances
- Professional development opportunities
Eligibility (for African/South African applicants)
- Must be a citizen or permanent resident of your home country
- Must hold an undergraduate degree equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor’s
- Strong academic record
- Good English proficiency
- Demonstrated leadership and community involvement
More information on eligibility:
👉 https://exchanges.state.gov/non-us/program/fulbright-foreign-student-program
South Africa-specific details:
👉 https://www.internationalscholarships.dhet.gov.za
How to Apply
Applications are handled through Fulbright Commissions or U.S. Embassies.
Apply here:
👉 https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/apply
More program details:
👉 https://foreign.fulbrightonline.org/about/foreign-student-program