The Harry Crossley Foundation Scholarship for Master's and Doctoral Studies 2026
Applications close on 30 September 2025
The Harry Crossley Foundation Scholarships are prestigious, merit-based awards that support academically outstanding postgraduate students at Stellenbosch University. The Foundation is committed to advancing research excellence by investing in the next generation of scholars across a range of disciplines.
Through these scholarships, the Harry Crossley Foundation aims to foster innovative thinking, promote social relevance in research, and contribute to the development of South Africa’s knowledge economy.
| Level of Study | Master's and Doctoral |
| Fields of Study | All fields are eligible (excl. Theology and Political Studies)
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| Duration | One academic year (renewable based on academic progress):
- for up to two years for a Master's
- for up to three years for Doctoral
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| Funding Type | Full scholarships
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Eligibility
| - 70% minimum academic average in previous degree studies
- Structured Masters with a thesis component of less than 50% of the credits do not qualify
- 3rd year of Master's studies and the 4th year of doctoral studies will not be funded
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Application link
|  Harry Crossley Foundation Scholarship application |
For more details or assistance:
Mr Jongisizwe Ndlebe: postgradfunding@sun.ac.za
Mrs Rhodene Amos: ramos@sun.ac.za
