Harry Schwarz Scholarship at Wits South Africa

Pursue your law degree with the Harry Schwarz Scholarship 2025 at Wits! This opportunity supports 2nd-year students enrolled in BCom Law or BA Law who have strong academics (70%+ average), are from Sub-Saharan African countries, and show financial need. Apply when the next round opens. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the Scholarship Provider

The scholarship is offered by the Wits School of Law, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg. It honours the legacy of Harry Schwarz by supporting law students with academic excellence and financial need. At BursaryForms, we are thrilled to connect you with this opportunity!

Fields Covered by the Harry Schwarz Scholarship

Ready to align your passion with a thriving career? The scholarship supports these fields:

  • BCom Law at Wits University
  • BA Law at Wits University

Expenses Covered by the Harry Schwarz Scholarship

This scholarship helps with essentials such as:

  • Academic tuition or fees related to your law studies (partial funding; exact amounts not publicly disclosed)
  • Support via fee statement credits and alleviation of financial barriers (through proof of financial need)

Eligibility Requirements for the Harry Schwarz Scholarship

Think you have got what it takes? Here is what you needed to qualify for 2025:

  • Must be a citizen of a Sub-Saharan African country
  • Must be enrolled at the University of the Witwatersrand
  • Studying BCom Law or BA Law
  • Must be in your 2nd year of study (in 2025)
  • Must have an excellent academic record — minimum overall average of 70%
  • Must be in financial need

We are supporting you at BursaryForms! Enhance your application with these expert tips:

  • Keep your first-year transcript ready and certified; strong performance in year one is essential.
  • Ensure your fee statement clearly shows what you owe—this helps demonstrate financial need.
  • Write a clear, personal statement about your future plans in law, how you aim to contribute, and any hardship you have overcome.
  • Submit all required documents in one email; incomplete submissions may be disqualified.
  • Watch for the announcement of the next cycle—set reminders once info is released. BursaryForms can help track that for you.

This page was updated on October 2, 2025 to provide the most current bursary information.

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How to Apply for the Harry Schwarz Scholarship

Start by submitting the application materials via email:

Apply via email to: Asma.Ooni@wits.ac.za

Required supporting documents (certified copies, please!):

  • ID document or passport (certified copy)
  • Academic transcript from the end of your first year of study
  • Fee statement
  • Proof of financial need (household income, parents/guardians or own income, grants or affidavits if needed)
  • One-page statement about yourself and future plans, and any hardship overcome

Related Bursaries in South Africa

Apply for multiple bursaries in South Africa to increase your chances of receiving funding this year.

Closing Date for the Harry Schwarz Scholarship

7 February 2025

This deadline has passed—applications submitted after 7 February 2025 are not accepted.

Contact the Scholarship Provider

Got questions? We are all about empowering you—reach out to the provider for answers:

Wits School of Law / University of the Witwatersrand
Contact: Asma Ooni
Email: Asma.Ooni@wits.ac.za
Website: https://www.wits.ac.za

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the Harry Schwarz Scholarship.

1. Who can apply for the Harry Schwarz Scholarship?+
Any Sub-Saharan African citizen studying at Wits in their 2nd year of BCom Law or BA Law with at least a 70% average and financial need.
2. What fields of study are eligible?+
Only BCom Law and BA Law in the Faculty of Law at Wits.
3. What academic average is required?+
Minimum overall average of 70% from your first year of study.
4. What documents are needed for proof of financial need?+
You’ll need a fee statement, proof of income of parents or guardians (latest payslips, grants or pension or affidavit if unemployed), and any other evidence of hardship.
5. Must I be in my 2nd year of study?+
Yes. Only students in their second year of BCom Law or BA Law are eligible for the 2025 cycle.
6. When will applications be accepted next?+
The next round’s details are not yet public. Check Wits School of Law announcements or BursaryForms for updates.
7. Is academic excellence the only selection criterion?+
No. Academic performance is important, but financial need and demonstration of hardship also play a critical role.
8. How should I format the one-page statement?+
Keep it concise. Explain your background, motivations for studying law, future plans, and challenges you’ve faced. Ensure you tie in financial need if applicable.
9. Are there citizenship or residency constraints?+
Yes. You must be a citizen of a Sub-Saharan African country.
10. What happens if I miss the deadline?+
You cannot submit after 7 February 2025—late applications are not accepted.