Accenture Education Trust Scholarship
The Accenture (SA) Education Trust funds financially disadvantaged but academically talented South African students pursuing technology-aligned degrees such as Computer Science, Data Science and Engineering. Established in 2001, the scholarship covers the full cost of study and pairs each recipient with structured mentorship and career guidance throughout their degree. It targets students in their 2nd, 3rd, 4th or Honours year at eight leading South African universities.
Eligible Fields of Study
Accenture (SA) Education Trust (administered by Accenture South Africa, Corporate Citizenship) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Completed Matric
- ✓ Full-time enrolment in a qualifying technology-aligned degree
- ✓ Currently in your 2nd, 3rd, 4th or Honours year of study
- ✓ Minimum cumulative academic average of 65%
- ✓ Annual family income between R350,000 and R1 million for undergraduates, or under R300,000 for postgraduate/NSFAS applicants
- ✓ Studying at an eligible university: University of Cape Town, University of the Western Cape, Stellenbosch University, University of Johannesburg, University of Pretoria, University of the Witwatersrand, Rhodes University, or University of KwaZulu-Natal
What's Included
- ✓ Registration fees
- ✓ Tuition fees
- ✓ Examination fees
- ✓ Prescribed book allowance
- ✓ Laptop allowance
- ✓ Accommodation in residence and meals
- ✓ Ongoing structured mentorship, emotional support and career guidance throughout your studies
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Accenture (SA) Education Trust (administered by Accenture South Africa, Corporate Citizenship) bursary application
- 1
Visit the Accenture South Africa careers portal and find the current Accenture Scholarships listing (each cycle has a Workday reference number, e.g. R00325741)
- 2
Create or sign in to your Workday candidate profile
- 3
Complete the online scholarship application form with your personal and academic details
- 4
Upload your supporting documents, including your ID, academic record and proof of family income
- 5
Submit your application before the closing date for the current cycle
- 6
Shortlisted applicants are contacted by the Accenture Corporate Citizenship team for the next steps in the selection process
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Matric certificate
- 📄 Latest university academic transcript / academic record
- 📄 Proof of full-time registration
- 📄 Proof of annual family income
- 📄 Motivational letter
- 📄 CV
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who qualifies for the Accenture Education Trust Scholarship?
- South African citizens who have completed Matric and are studying full-time in a qualifying technology-aligned degree such as Computer Science, Data Science or Engineering. You must be in your 2nd, 3rd, 4th or Honours year with a cumulative average of at least 65%, studying at one of the eight eligible universities, and meet the family income criteria.
- What does the Accenture scholarship cover?
- It provides full funding, including registration, tuition and examination fees, a prescribed book allowance, a laptop allowance, and accommodation in residence with meals. Recipients also receive structured mentorship, emotional support and career guidance throughout their studies.
- When is the Accenture Education Trust Scholarship deadline?
- It is an annual recurring scholarship and applications typically open mid-year for the following academic year. The exact closing date for the current cycle is to be confirmed, so check the Accenture careers portal for the latest dates.
- How do I apply for the Accenture scholarship?
- Applications are submitted online through the Accenture South Africa careers portal on Workday. Each cycle has a Workday reference number, so search for the current Accenture Scholarships listing, create a candidate profile, complete the form and upload your supporting documents before the deadline.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 31 August 2026
Apply on Accenture (SA) Education Trust (administered by Accenture South Africa, Corporate Citizenship)'s official siteNeed help? Contact Accenture (SA) Education Trust (administered by Accenture South Africa, Corporate Citizenship):
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 011 208 3216
Information verified 2026-06-08. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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