Last call for Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Scholarship applications

The scholarship covers full high school tuition and boarding fees. In addition, scholars will receive allowances to subsidise travel, stationery, prescribed books, toiletries, school uniforms, civilian clothing, pocket money and extra-mural activities. Scholars also participate in the Foundation's Development Programme, which aims to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. The Foundation chooses to partner with schools that have a track record of excellence. Successful scholars will have the opportunity to attend one of the Foundation’s placement schools.

Application criteria:

• Applicant must be in Grade 6 this year (2016) and a South African citizen.
  
• Academic requirements: Applicants must achieve 70% or higher in Mathematics and English and an average of 70% in both Grade 5 and Grade 6.
  
• Evidence of entrepreneurial potential:

  • Intellectual imagination: enjoys being creative and innovative
    
  • Achievement excellence: sets high academic and non-academic standards for self
    
  • Courageous commitment: must be courageous and determined, brave and persistent
    
  • Spirit of significance: wants to impact others and make a difference

  • Personal initiative: prepared to take action to address challenges

How to apply:

• Visit www.allangrayorbis.org to download an application form, or
  
• SMS the word “SCHOLAR” along with your fax number to 36777 to have an application form faxed to you. You can also get an application form from your school.

Watch this video to learn more about the scholarship opportunity. More information is available at www.allangrayorbis.org and www.facebook.com/allangrayorbis