Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship

Are you a South African student pursuing an honours degree in finance, accounting, or economics?

If so, the Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship might be the crucial financial boost you need to achieve your academic dreams.

This generous scholarship, awarded by the prestigious Rothschild & Co, empowers motivated individuals to excel in their chosen fields and contribute meaningfully to South Africa’s economic landscape. 

About the Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship

Established by Rothschild & Co, a global leader in financial services, this scholarship recognizes and supports talented South African students with a demonstrated need for financial assistance.

The scholarship aims to foster talent in critical fields crucial to South Africa’s economic development, fostering future leaders in finance, accounting, and economics.

The scholarship covers full tuition fees for your honours degree and provides additional support for academic expenses, making it a game-changer for deserving students.

Scholarships will be awarded for Honours degree studies at the University of Johannesburg (UJ) or the University of Witwatersrand (Wits) within the following fields:

  1. Accounting Science (Honours or PGDA)
  2. Actuarial Science
  3. Business Science
  4. Computational and Applied Mathematics
  5. Data Analytics
  6. Econometrics
  7. Mathematical Science

Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship Application Form

Applying for the Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship is a simple and straightforward process.

You can download the application form from the Rothschild & Co website. Ensure you fill out the form with complete and accurate information, including:

  1. Personal details and contact information
  2. Academic transcripts and certificates
  3. Motivation letter outlining your academic goals and aspirations
  4. Proof of financial need
  5. Two letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees

Once completed, submit your application along with the required supporting documents to the following email address: lynn.waterson@rothschildandco.com. Use the words “Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship 2024” as the email subject.

Remember, only online submissions are accepted, so ensure you submit your application well before the closing date.

The Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship Requirements

To be eligible for the Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:

  1. Be a South African citizen currently in your third year of studies
  2. Intend to pursue an honours degree in finance, accounting, or economics at the University of Johannesburg or the University of Witwatersrand in 2024
  3. Demonstrate strong academic performance with a minimum GPA of 65%
  4. Provide proof of financial need

The Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship Closing Date

Please note that the closing date for the Rothschild & Co Foundation Scholarship has already passed.

The application deadline for the scholarship was 31 August 2023.

For information on future application deadlines, I recommend regularly checking the official Rothschild & Co website for updates.