Right now you could secure a fully‑funded place at a top high school and gain lifelong entrepreneurial training – the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation High School Scholarship 2028 is open for Grade 6 learners.
What the scholarship offers
The Allan Gray Orbis Foundation is offering a High School Scholarship for the 2028 academic year. It is designed for learners who will start Grade 8 in 2028. The award covers everything you need for school life and adds extra personal‑development opportunities.
Who can apply
- South African citizens (at least one parent must also be SA citizen)
- Born in 2014 or 2015 (aged 11‑12 in 2026)
- In Grade 6 during the 2026 school year
- Will enter Grade 8 in 2028
- Demonstrate genuine financial need – household income ≤ R20 000 per month
- Achieved ≥ 70 % in English, Mathematics and overall average in Grade 5 and Grade 6
- Show interest in entrepreneurship and possess traits such as curiosity, leadership, problem‑solving, growth mindset and the ability to spot opportunities
What you will receive
- Full tuition fees
- Boarding accommodation (where applicable)
- Stationery, textbooks, uniforms, casual clothing and toiletries
- Monthly allowance for personal expenses
- Support for extracurricular activities
- Access to workshops, seminars and an annual entrepreneurial conference
- Online learning campus and a personal mentor
- A community of like‑minded scholars
How to apply
- Visit the official scholarship site and register your details.
- Log in with your new credentials here.
- Complete the online application form and upload all required documents.
If you prefer a paper application, download the form here, fill it out and send it to one of the following addresses (pick only one method):
- 46 Hof Street, Oranjezicht, Cape Town, 8001 – hand delivery or post
- 1st Floor, Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, 1 Protea Place, Sandton, Johannesburg – hand delivery or post
Required supporting documents
- Certified copy of your full birth certificate
- Certified copies of your parent(s) or legal guardian(s) ID documents
- Certified copy of your Grade 5 Term 4 report
- Certified copy of your Grade 6 Term 2 report
- Proof of parents’/guardians’ income (payslips & bank statements, tax return, or affidavit if unemployed)
- Relevant documents if parents are deceased, divorced or you live with a legal guardian
Selection process
- Submit the completed application and all supporting papers.
- Write the Foundation’s Mathematics and English exam in December 2026 (for Grade 6).
- Attend interviews scheduled for February–March 2027.
- Visit placement schools for additional interviews.
- Receive a scholarship offer if you are recommended by a placement school.
- Sign a Memorandum of Agreement between the Foundation, the school and your custodian.
Tips to improve your chances
- Check every document for clarity and certification before submitting.
- Practice past‑paper maths and English questions to feel confident for the exam.
- Write a short personal statement about why you want to be an entrepreneur – be genuine.
- Ask a teacher or mentor to review your application and give feedback.
- Submit everything well before the deadline; late entries are not accepted.
Important dates and contact information
Application deadline: 15 September 2026 at 17:00 SAST. Late submissions will be rejected.
Location of scholarship: South Africa (any eligible high school).
For questions, call:
- Cape Town: 021 481 5479
- Johannesburg: 011 290 4940
Email: scholarship@allangrayorbis.org
Next steps
Gather your documents, register online, and submit your application before the 15 September deadline. This could be the start of an inspiring high‑school journey and a future in entrepreneurship.
