Organisation : FirstRand
Scholarship Name : Firstrand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship 2024
Applicable For : South African citizens under 35 years old, already accepted by an accredited international university for postgraduate studies.
Applicable State/UT : South Africa
Last Date : 7th March 2024
Website : https://bursaries.firstrand.co.za/
What is FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship?
The FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar scholarship, up to the value of R1.5 million for a Masters degree and up to R2 million for a PhD, is available to South African citizens for postgraduate study outside South Africa, in any discipline, at an international university of their choice. Applications will open on Friday 15th December 2023 and close on Thursday 7th March 2024.
Related / Similar Scholarship : FirstRand Oxford African Studies Scholarship 2024
The successful candidates will have excelled academically in their chosen fields and will have been able to demonstrate:
** Leadership Qualities
** Strength of Character
** Community Involvement and
** Potential to be a destiny changer in his or her chosen field.
Eligibility of FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship
** Preference will be given to candidates under the age of 35.
** Candidates who are currently, or have been, studying overseas for degree purposes will not be considered for this scholarship.
** Successful candidates are required to return to South Africa for at least five years after completing their studies.
** What makes this scholarship different from most is not only the personal interest which Laurie Dippenaar takes in the selection process, but also his interest in the ongoing progress of the recipients.
** The year 2024 will be the 18th that this prestigious scholarship will be awarded.
How To Apply For FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship?
The application period for the FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship for 2024 has already closed, with the deadline being Thursday, March 7th, 2024. However, you can still learn about the scholarship and potentially prepare for the next application cycle in 2025 by following these steps:
Visit the official website:
The official website for FirstRand bursaries, including the FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship, is https://bursaries.firstrand.co.za/.
Review the scholarship details:
Under the “FIRSTRAND INTERNATIONAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS” section, you’ll find the details about the FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship. This includes information on eligibility criteria, the application process, and the required documents.
Stay informed for future applications:
Keep an eye on the FirstRand bursaries website for updates about the scholarship opening for the next academic year. Usually, applications open in October.
What is the Last Date of FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship?
Last Date of FirstRand Laurie Dippenaar Scholarship is 7th March 2024.