Program Description: 

Title: Accenture Education Trust Scholarship 2026

Application deadline: Unspecified

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Accenture Education Trust Scholarship 2026 Overview

The Accenture Education Trust Scholarship 2026 is open for applications! This prestigious scholarship supports academically talented South African students pursuing technology-aligned degrees. The program aims to assist students from financially constrained backgrounds, offering both financial and holistic support throughout their academic journey.

Students studying at select South African universities in disciplines aligned with technology, data science, engineering, and analytics are encouraged to apply. The scholarship is offered by Accenture, a leading global professional services company, in its commitment to nurturing future technology leaders.

Accenture Education Trust Scholarship 2026: Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• South African citizens

• Family income between R350,000 and R1 million, OR household income below R300,000 for postgraduates and NSFAS students

• Must be studying at one of the following universities:

  • Rhodes University

  • Stellenbosch University

  • University of Cape Town

  • University of Johannesburg

  • University of Pretoria

  • University of Witwatersrand

  • University of KwaZulu-Natal

  • University of Western Cape

• Achieving a cumulative academic average of above 65%

• Studying towards or planning to study in the second, third, fourth, or Honours year in one of the eligible disciplines (see below)

Accenture Education Trust Scholarship 2026: Eligible Disciplines

• BSc Degrees:

  • Computer Science

  • Computer Engineering

  • Industrial Engineering

  • Information and Knowledge Systems

  • Information Systems

  • Mechanical with Mechatronics Engineering

• BSc (Engineering):

  • Information Technology

  • Electronic/Electrical (Light Current)

• BCom Degrees:

  • Informatics

  • Information Systems

  • Stats and Data Science

  • Computer Science

• Other:

  • Data Engineering

  • Big Data Analytics

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Data Analytics and Business Intelligence

• BEng Degrees:

  • Electronic or Electrical Computer Engineering

  • Information Engineering

  • Micro Electronic Engineering

Accenture Education Trust Scholarship 2026: Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• Full coverage of registration, tuition, and examination fees

• Meals and residence accommodation

• Book allowance (for prescribed books)

• Laptop

• Holistic support program including:

  • Emotional and social support

  • Academic and career support

  • Financial support

  • Mentorship program

Accenture Education Trust Scholarship 2026: Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following five documents:

1. Certified copy of South African ID

2. Certified full academic record (including any recent progress reports)

3. Certified copy of Grade 12 results

4. Certified proof of parents’/guardians’ earnings if <R600,000 AND latest income tax return if earnings are <R1 million

5. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Selection Criteria

• Strong academic record (average above 65%)

• Enrollment at an eligible South African university in an approved discipline

• Demonstrated financial need within the specified income brackets

Application Process

1. Register/Create an account using your email

2. Start the application by selecting Apply Manually

3. Complete the My Information page (note: “family name” = surname)

4. Fill in the My Experience section (include any part-time work such as tutoring, promotions, etc.)

5. Complete the Application Questions as follows:

   • Q1 – Yes

   • Q2 – No

   • Q3 – Yes

   • Q4 – Yes

   • Q5 – No

6. Complete the Voluntary Disclosure section

7. Review your Summary Page and submit the application