The Moshal Program is now open for applications for the 2026 academic year—a fully funded undergraduate scholarship designed for academically outstanding South African students from disadvantaged backgrounds. This bursary not only covers tuition and living costs but also provides mentorship and professional development to ensure scholar success.

About the Bursary Provider

The Moshal Program, founded in 2009 by philanthropists Martin Moshal and Yael Lavie, operates in South Africa and Israel. The organisation plays a vital role in promoting social mobility through higher education, offering students holistic support to complete in‑demand degrees and thrive in top-tier professions.

Fields Covered

The bursary covers full-time undergraduate studies in the following field(s):

  • Engineering (e.g., Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Biomedical)
  • Computer & Data Science, Information Technology
  • Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Veterinary Science
  • Natural Sciences (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics)
  • Commerce (e.g., Accounting, Economics, Financial Sciences, Management Sciences)

Sponsored degrees align with those listed by the University of Pretoria and SA bursary listings.

Expenses Covered

The Moshal Program bursary offers comprehensive funding, including:

  • Tuition, accommodation, meals, and living allowances
  • Textbooks and study materials
  • English support for non‑home language speakers
  • Professional workshops, mentoring, career guidance, and vacation work placements

All designed to equip scholars with academic, career, and soft‑skills support.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum entry criteria:

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be in Matric or have completed Matric
  • Have annual family income ≤ R200 000
  • Achieved ≥ 70% in key subjects: English, Maths, Physical Sciences or Accounting
  • Be first-generation university entrant
  • Have provisional or confirmed acceptance at one of Moshal’s partner universities (e.g., UCT, Wits, UP, UJ, UWC, Stellenbosch, UKZN, Rhodes, NMU)

These criteria align with Moshal’s published 2025 and 2026 guidelines.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official Moshal Program website and create an account to submit your application:

Moshal Scholarship Program Application Portal

Prepare and upload certified documents, including:

  • ID document
  • Matric results (Grade 11 final and Grade 12 mid-year)
  • University acceptance letter
  • Proof of family income (e.g., payslips, SASSA letters, bank statements)
  • NBT results (if available)

Closing Date

31 December 2025

Contact the Bursary Provider

Moshal Program
Email: southafrica@moshalprogram.org
Website: www.moshalprogram.org.za

1. Who can apply? (+)
South African citizens in Matric or matriculated, from low-income households (≤ R200k/year), achieving ≥70% in key subjects, and first-generation university entrants.
2. Which universities are included? (+)
Partner universities include UCT, Wits, UP, UJ, UWC, Stellenbosch, UKZN, Rhodes and NMU.
3. What fields are supported? (+)
Fields include Engineering, Computer/Data Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Natural Sciences, Accounting, Economics, Financial Sciences, and Management Sciences.
4. What costs does Moshal cover? (+)
Moshal covers tuition, accommodation, meals, living allowance, textbooks, English support, mentoring, career workshops, and vacation work placements.
5. Is there non-financial support? (+)
Yes—a holistic wrap-around model including personal coaching, psycho-social support, career guidance, and soft skills training.
6. How do I apply? (+)
Create an account and apply via the Moshal website, uploading all required certified documents.
7. What is the closing date? (+)
Applications close on 31 December 2025. Late submissions won’t be accepted.
8. What are the academic requirements? (+)
You need at least 70% in subjects like English, Maths, Physical Science, or Accounting in Matric.
9. Will I need a work-back agreement? (+)
There is no formal service agreement, but scholars participate in vacation work and mentoring to transition into their careers.
10. What happens after graduation? (+)
Graduates join a strong alumni network of over 1 500 professionals and are encouraged to mentor future scholars through “pay it forward” initiatives.