South Africa Washington International Program (SAWIP) 2017 for South African Students

Application Deadline: Midnight 14th February 2017

Eligible Countries: South Africa

To be taken at (country): USA

Type: Training

Eligibility: SAWIP candidates:

• May be from any academic discipline
• Must be South African citizens or permanent residents
• Must be in their second year (or beyond) of university
• Must be prepared for a high demand programme
• Must be available to participate in the international component of the program from 10 June to 24 July 2017
• Must be between the age of 19 – 25 years
• Must be currently studying at the University of Cape Town, the University of Johannesburg, the University of Stellenbosch, the University of Pretoria or the University of the Western Cape
• Must have a record of community engagement and leadership, with a strong service ethic
• Should envisage themselves as future leaders in South Africa

Duration and Number of Scholarships: The selected 20 team members participate in a demanding seven-month development experience which includes community engagement and six-weeks of global and work exposure in Washington, DC.

Eligible students can apply here.

Visit Scholarship Webpage for details

Award Provider: South Africa Washington International Program