Gallagher Foundation Scholarship

The Gallagher Foundation is inviting students to apply for their Scholar Program for the 2026 academic. Interested students have until the 31st of July 2025 to submit their online applications.

Gallagher Foundation Scholarship - 2026 Online Applications 

About the Gallagher Foundation Scholarship

The scholarship's goal is to support young leaders who have the desire to bring prosperity and peace to their developing nation by helping them with their education. The Foundation supports the visions of young leaders to positively impact their developing countries through college/university scholarships and membership with a community of scholars and alumni who share the same commitments.  

FIELD OF STUDY

The bursary programme is open to students want to pursue an undergraduate qualification in ANY FIELD OF STUDY at the University of Cape Town.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GALLAGHER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP 

To qualify for the Gallagher Foundation Scholarship you must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must have completed matric in 2024 OR currently in matric
• Must be admitted/accepted to study at UCT (University of Cape Town)
• Must have applied to study at UCT 
• Must show academic excellence on the National Benchmark test in all competency areas
• Must be entering FIRST YEAR of study at UCT in 2026
• Must display evidence of leadership potential through involvement in leadership activities including, but not limited to special projects, Extracurricular activities and service work.
• Must demonstrate financial need 
• Must be intending to pursue an undergraduate degree in the above listed fields
• Must NOT be receiving funding from any other bursary provider (except for merit based awards)
• Must have applied for NSFAS funding

 GALLAGHER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP COVERS:

• Tuition
• Books and supplies
• Allowance 
• Accommodation 
• Meals
• Transportation

GALLAGHER FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, mentor, guidance counsellor, athletic coach or employer
• Certified Matric certificate or statement
• Your Photograph 
• Parents or legal guardians proof of Income (recent payslip if working, affidavit if not working OR proof of social grant) 
• Acceptance letter from University of Cape Town 
• Proof of National Benchmark test scores
• You will be required to answer four short essays when applying. 

How to apply for the Gallagher Foundation Scholarship for 2026

Follow the simple steps below to apply for the Gallagher Foundation Scholarship online for the 2026 academic year.

• Visit the Scholarship application website HERE
• Click on the "APPLY TO OUR PROGRAM IN SOUTH AFRICA" tab 
• Click on "APPLY NOW" button at the bottom of the page and begin your online application. 

CLOSING DATE:

The closing date for the Gallagher Foundation Scholarship is the 31st of July 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. For more information visit the Gallagher Foundation website.

CONTACT DETAILS:

For any queries contact The Gallagher Foundation Scholarship: 

Tel: 011 484 7505

This is an amazing opportunity, apply now before the closing. Don’t forget to share this post with friends and family. Good luck with your application!