ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship

1. 1

   Create a free ISACA account if you do not already have one

2. 2

   Visit the ISACA Foundation scholarship portal and open the South Africa scholarship application

3. 3

   Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria (age, enrolment in South Africa, technology-related qualification)

4. 4

   Complete the online application form and upload any supporting information requested

5. 5

   Acknowledge the recipient commitments (attend a chapter event within 3 months and report to the Foundation twice a year for two years)

6. 6

   Submit before the cycle deadline (Cycle 1 closed 11:59 pm US CT, 5 May 2026; a Cycle 2 window is expected September-November)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship worth?

Each recipient receives a US$1,000 cash award paid directly to them in July 2026 for use during the 2026 academic year on tuition, fees, books, supplies and essential technology. Six awards are made in total - four to undergraduates and two to postgraduates - plus an ISACA Career Building Bundle that includes a year of student membership, an online certificate review course, a virtual conference pass and mentorship access.

Who can apply for this scholarship?

You must be 18 or older, enrolled at an institute of higher education in South Africa (a university, university of technology or TVET college), pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree, and studying a technology-related qualification. There is no application fee.

When can I apply?

Applications run in recurring annual cycles. The 2026 Cycle 1 window opened on 24 March 2026 and closed at 11:59 pm US CT on 5 May 2026, so it is now closed. The ISACA Foundation typically runs two cycles a year (roughly March-May and September-November), so a further application window is expected later in 2026 - check the official portal for confirmed dates.

Are there any obligations if I win?

Yes. Recipients agree to attend at least one ISACA chapter event within three months of receiving the award and to communicate with the ISACA Foundation twice a year for two years about their studies and career progress. There is no formal work-back to ISACA.