Scholarship Applications Open: The Abe Swersky Scholarship

12 Mar 2018
12 Mar 2018

Abe Swersky Scholarship Application

The Abe Swersky Scholarship is awarded to a 2nd-year black South African law student enrolled in the 4-year LLB, who has completed a year of law courses and who does not have financial support for their studies.  The scholarship covers 75% academic fees for the remainder of the 4-year degree, provided all courses are passed. Applicants must have already shown drive, determination and a passion for the law while also demonstrating that they are community-minded and are interested in Family Law.  A good pass in Law of Persons and Family (RDL 1008/9H) is a requirement.

Interested applicants need to

  1. complete the form at this link
  2. attach a letter of motivation to your application setting out why you should be considered for this scholarship
  3. include your transcript
  4. mail your application to gaby.ritchie@uct.ac.za by Friday 23rd March 2018. 

No late or incomplete applications will be considered.