The Ada & Bertie Levenstein Scholarship 2027 is open through Rhodes University’s internal postgraduate funding route. It is available to eligible Honours, Master’s and PhD candidates across all fields of study.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Rhodes University / Ada & Bertie Levenstein Scholarship
Opportunity type: Internal postgraduate scholarship
Who it’s for: Honours, Master’s and PhD candidates across all fields of study
Study level: Honours, Master’s and PhD
Minimum academic requirement: 65% average
Closing date: 15 August 2026
Last verified: 4 June 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
This is a separate named scholarship listed on Rhodes University’s internal funding page, but it uses the same ROSS application route as the Rhodes University Postgraduate Scholarship application process.
Applications are accepted online only. Students who do not receive an outcome by 30 November 2026 should consider the application unsuccessful.
About the sponsor
The Ada & Bertie Levenstein Scholarship is listed by Rhodes University as part of its internal postgraduate funding opportunities. Rhodes University supports postgraduate study and research through a range of internal awards and scholarships.
Source Link: Rhodes University
What it covers
The official listing states that Honours may be funded for one academic year only, Master’s for up to two academic years and PhD for up to three academic years, subject to satisfactory academic progress. A current fixed rand value is not published in the current call text.
Eligibility
- Must be applying for Honours, Master’s or PhD study
- Applications are open across all fields of study
- Must have obtained an average of at least 65%
- Must submit the application online via ROSS
- Must upload all required supporting documents before the deadline
Documents to prepare
- Academic transcript or latest academic record
- Postgraduate application or registration information, where applicable
- Study/research information requested in the ROSS form
- Any additional documents required by the online scholarship application
Closing date
15 August 2026.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing that this is a separate named scholarship from the general Rhodes University Postgraduate Scholarship
- Submitting an incomplete online application
- Forgetting to upload supporting documents before the closing date
- Applying without meeting the 65% average requirement
- Using outdated 2026 information lower down the funding page instead of the current 2027 call section
How this opportunity was verified
Verified against Rhodes University’s official internal funding page, including the named Ada & Bertie Levenstein Scholarship 2027 call, the 1 June to 15 August 2026 application window, eligible study levels, 65% academic requirement and ROSS application route.
How to apply
- Open ROSS.
- Go to the menu and select Rhodes University Postgraduate Scholarship Application.
- Complete the online application and ensure the relevant scholarship route is followed in ROSS where applicable.
- Upload all supporting documentation.
- Submit before the closing date.