Allan Gray Scholarship Programme for Entrepreneurial Development
Applicants must be South African citizens in Grade 6, aged 11 or 12, demonstrate financial need, and achieve at least 70% in English and Mathematics.
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Scholarship
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About
The programme funds learners to attend leading high schools in South Africa and provides support to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. Scholars receive academic and personal development support, including mentorship and learning activities.
What it covers
- Tuition and boarding
- Monthly allowance
- Toiletries, uniforms, and casual clothing
- Support for extra murals
- Stationery and textbooks
- Workshops and an annual entrepreneurial conference
- Online Learning Campus
- Programme Officer mentorship
Who can apply
Be a current Grade 6 learner in the year of application
Be a South African citizen
Be 11 or 12 years old in Grade 6 (born in 2014 or 2015)
Demonstrate financial need
Obtain at least 70% in English and Mathematics
Documents to prepare
Copy of the application form
Supporting documentation
How to apply
- 1Submit a copy of the application form and supporting documentation
- 2If successful, write the Foundation assessment in English and Mathematics for Grade 6 in December 2026
- 3If successful in the assessment, attend an interview in early 2027
- 4If recommended, attend an interview at a placement school
- 5If the placement school approves the recommendation, receive the scholarship award in May 2027
- 6After the award, have the Foundation, placement school, and custodian sign a Memorandum of Agreement
Sources
Official sourceAllan Gray Orbis FoundationChecked against allangrayorbis.org on 15 Oct 2026. Govnet is independent — always confirm with the provider.