The following programs are available to U.S. Scholars in South Africa
South Africa
Congratulations on receiving a Fulbright grant! The resources on this page are designed to familiarize you with your host location and provide important context and information as you prepare to travel abroad. We encourage you to review the readings, websites, and logistical information offered by local contacts. Click the section headings below to display the information.
- Orientation Information
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As part of your Fulbright grant, you are required to attend a virtual Pre-Departure Orientation (PDO) taking place from July 7 to 8, 2025. You will receive an email in early June with more information. If you have any questions regarding the PDO, please email FulbrightPDO.AF@iie.org.
- Contact Information
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U.S. Embassy, Public Affairs Section
877 Pretorius St., Arcadia
Pretoria, 0001
Tel: +27 (0) 12 431 4156
Email: fulbright_program_safrica@state.gov
Website: http://za.usembassy.gov
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/USEmbassySAFulbright Office South Africa: fpsa@state.gov
For more information, see the first page of the country guidelines.
- Country Information
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- Fulbright Country Guidelines
- State Department: Country Information – South Africa
- State Department: U.S. Bilateral Relations Fact Sheet – South Africa
- Smart Traveler Enrollment Program
- U.S. Embassy - U.S. Citizen services
- Consular Website - Visas
- South Africa - Government Website
- The People of South Africa - Government Website
- Education - Government Website
- Travel Precautions and Information
- Alum Contacts
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We invite you to contact Fulbright alumni for questions or advice prior to your grant. They can be an excellent resources for unofficial questions – what type of clothing to bring, how to open a bank account, and more.
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Student Activism in Jim Crow America and Apartheid South Africa
Exploring Critical Global Citizenship Education with Fourth Industrial Revolution Educational Technology
Advancing Healthcare Technology, Digital Health and Health Sciences Education in the 4IR
Social Sciences and Humanities
All applicants must meet the Program eligibility requirements (click to review the requirements).
Visit our Scholar Directory to view and search all Fulbright alumni. You can also learn more about Fulbright Alumni Ambassadors.
Grantees will teach undergraduate or graduate courses designated by host institution or do a combination of teaching and research in their area of specialization. The grantee must contribute to curriculum development, supervise research, advise theses and provide tutorials, as needed, in collaboration with the host institution.