ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship 2026 — ISACA, a global community of IS/IT professionals in pursuit of digital trust, invites undergraduate and postgraduate students to apply for their scholarship programme for the 2026 academic year. ISACA has been serving the professional IS/IT community for more than 50 years, leading the industry in career-advancing credentials like CISA and CISM. This scholarship is open to students pursuing a BSc Computer Science, BCom Information Systems, or any other technology-related qualification at an institute of higher education in South Africa. Four undergraduate and two postgraduate academic scholarships of US$1,000 each will be awarded.
About ISACA
ISACA is a community of IS/IT professionals in pursuit of digital trust. With a global reach and a focus on advocacy, like our own ISACA Foundation, we are dedicated to creating a digital world that’s safe, secure and accessible to all.
Fields Covered
This scholarship is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students pursuing:
- BSc Computer Science
- BCom Information Systems
- Any other technology-related qualification
Scholarship Offering
We will award academic scholarships of US$1,000 each to:
- 4 (four) undergraduate students
- 2 (two) postgraduate students who meet the criteria listed below
Expenses Covered by ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship 2026
Scholarship money may be used for:
- Registration tuition and other school fees
- School books
- Supplies
- Essential technology
Scholarship money will be paid directly to the awardee in July 2026 and must be used for the school they are attending in the 2026 academic year. Awardees will also receive an ISACA Career Building Bundle to help continue their education and launch their IT career.
Eligibility Requirements for ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship 2026
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Be pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree
- Be pursuing a BSc Computer Science, BCom Information Systems, or any other technology-related qualification
- Be enrolled in an institute of higher education in South Africa (includes TVET, university, and university of technology)
ISACA Career Building Bundle
Awardees will receive:
- One year of ISACA student membership – giving you access to career pathway and advancement events and webinars
- One ISACA certificate online review course from select options
- One ISACA Virtual Conference registration – benefit from speakers who are renowned experts in their fields
- ISACA’s Mentorship Program – access to certified digital trust professionals as mentors
- Resources to start an ISACA Student Group at your university or college (as applicable)
- Access to additional ISACA and ISACA Foundation resources
Recipient Commitments
- Recipients must agree to attend at least one chapter event within 3 months of receiving the award
- Recipients must agree to communicate with the ISACA Foundation twice a year for two years regarding school and career trajectory after the scholarship
- Recipients must agree to use the scholarship funds for:
- Full-time enrollment
- Part-time enrollment
- Credit courses
- Registration tuition and other school fees
- School books, supplies, and essential technology
How to Apply ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship 2026
Step 1: Sign in or create a free ISACA account.
Step 2: Complete the scholarship application, including submitting any supporting documents and information.
If you have applied for an ISACA Foundation scholarship before, you may sign in using that account.
⏰ Closing Date: 5 May 2026 (11:59 pm US CT)
Programme Details
- Organisation: ISACA South Africa Chapter / ISACA Foundation
- Scholarship Name: ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship
- Academic Year: 2026
- Number of Awards: 4 undergraduate, 2 postgraduate
- Scholarship Value: US$1,000 per awardee
- Fields: BSc Computer Science, BCom Information Systems, any technology-related qualification
- Eligible Institutions: TVET colleges, universities, universities of technology in South Africa
- Age Requirement: 18 years or older
- Coverage: Tuition, fees, books, supplies, essential technology
- Additional Benefits: ISACA Career Building Bundle (student membership, certificate review course, virtual conference registration, mentorship programme, student group resources)
- Application Method: Online via ISACA account
- Closing Date: 5 May 2026 (11:59 pm US CT)
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the ISACA South Africa Chapter Scholarship?
A scholarship programme offering US$1,000 each to 4 undergraduate and 2 postgraduate students pursuing technology-related qualifications (BSc Computer Science, BCom Information Systems, or any other technology field) at South African higher education institutions. Awardees also receive an ISACA Career Building Bundle with membership, mentorship, and professional development resources.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
Students who are 18 years or older, pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or any technology-related field, and enrolled at a South African TVET college, university, or university of technology.
3. What fields of study are covered?
BSc Computer Science, BCom Information Systems, and any other technology-related qualification.
4. What does the scholarship cover?
US$1,000 per awardee for registration tuition, school fees, books, supplies, and essential technology. Funds are paid directly to the awardee in July 2026.
5. What is included in the ISACA Career Building Bundle?
One year of ISACA student membership, one ISACA certificate online review course, one ISACA Virtual Conference registration, access to the ISACA Mentorship Program, resources to start an ISACA Student Group, and access to additional ISACA resources.
6. What are the recipient commitments?
Attend at least one chapter event within 3 months of receiving the award, communicate with the ISACA Foundation twice a year for two years about school and career trajectory, and use funds for eligible educational expenses.
7. How do I apply?
Sign in or create a free ISACA account at the provided link, then complete the scholarship application with supporting documents before the closing date of 5 May 2026 (11:59 pm US CT).
8. What is the ISACA Mentorship Program?
A members-only programme that facilitates one-to-one mentorship connections, bringing together ISACA members at all career stages. Mentees can connect with mentors who have relevant experience to help guide them toward career goals. Benefits include expanding networks, gaining new knowledge and insights, and building new skills.
9. When is the closing date?
5 May 2026 at 11:59 pm US Central Time.
10. Where can I find more IT and technology scholarships?
For more IT and computer science scholarships, explore our IT bursaries database or check Scholarships.
For more IT and technology scholarships, visit EduFunds.co.za
ISACA South Africa Chapter • ISACA Foundation
Scholarship Programme 2026
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