WENOSA Scholarship Programme 2026

The WENOSA Scholarship Programme 2026 supports South African women in their final year of undergraduate or postgraduate study by covering verified tuition fees up to R50 000 per recipient.

What it offers

• Up to R50 000 in tuition support per successful candidate
• Payment made directly to the university for verified outstanding fees

Who can apply

• Female South African citizens
• Final-year undergraduate, Honours, Master’s or Doctoral students in 2026
• Registered at a recognised South African public university
• Minimum academic average of 65%
• Demonstrate financial need, leadership potential and community involvement

What you'll do

• Complete your degree in a critical or underrepresented field
• Use the scholarship to cover outstanding tuition fees

How to apply

• Submit a complete application via the official WENOSA online portal
• Required documents:
  • South African ID
  • Full academic transcript
  • Proof of registration for 2026
  • Current CV
  • Latest university fee statement
  • Existing funding confirmation (if applicable)

Good to know

• 25 scholarships available
• Applications open 1 August 2026 and close 31 August 2026
• Successful applicants notified by 1 October 2026
• Priority given to qualifications in critical sectors such as engineering, health sciences, and environmental sciences