David and Elaine Potter Fellowship South Africa 2025

For South African students seeking financial assistance for their university studies, the David and Elaine Potter Fellowship offers a quality funding opportunity.

This prestigious fellowship was established by the Potter Foundation.

It provides scholarships to deserving individuals who demonstrate academic excellence, community involvement, and financial need.

About the David and Elaine Potter Fellowship

The David and Elaine Potter Fellowship fosters the academic dreams of students across South Africa.

Recognizing the transformative power of education, the fellowship strives to bridge the financial gap for deserving individuals, empowering them to pursue their chosen fields of study.

By selecting recipients based on merit and commitment, the fellowship invests in the future of South Africa, nurturing its next generation of leaders.

David and Elaine Potter Fellowship Application Form

The application process for the Potter Fellowship is very simple.

Interested students should visit the official David and Elaine Potter Fellowship website to access the online application form. Applications normally open between March and May each year.

The application form requires you to provide information such as:

  1. Personal details (contact information, ID number)
  2. Academic transcripts and proof of registration
  3. Motivation letter outlining your academic goals and financial need
  4. Community involvement and leadership experience
  5. Reference letters (2 academic and 1 character)

Note that it’s important that you submit all required documents by the closing date to be considered for the fellowship. Incomplete applications will be disqualified.

 You must submit your application package through email to: fellowships@uct.ac.za. Use the words “Potter Fellowship application 2022: First and Last Name” in the email subject line.

The David and Elaine Potter Fellowship Requirements

To be eligible for the Potter Fellowship, you must meet the following criteria:

  1. South African Citizenship: You must be a South African citizen with a valid ID document.
  2. University Enrollment: You must be currently enrolled or provisionally accepted for full-time undergraduate study at an accredited South African university.
  3. Academic Excellence: You must demonstrate strong academic performance, typically reflected by a minimum GPA (usually above 70%).
  4. Financial Need: You must demonstrate genuine financial need and the inability to afford university fees without financial assistance.
  5. Community Involvement: You must actively participate in community service or extracurricular activities that demonstrate social responsibility and leadership qualities.

While academic merit is essential, the selection committee also prioritizes candidates who actively contribute to their communities and showcase leadership potential.

The David and Elaine Potter Fellowship Closing Date

Remember, the application window typically opens in March and closes in May each year.

Please visit the David and Elaine Potter Fellowship for the exact dates for the current application cycle.

Mark your calendar and submit your application well before the deadline to avoid disqualification.

For any inquiries regarding the Potter Fellowship, please contact the North-West University Bursary Office at 021 650 2349 or send your queries and complaints through email: fellowships@uct.ac.za.