EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2026

The U.S. Embassy Pretoria, Public Diplomacy Section, announced an open competition for the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2026. This program aims to help highly qualified, low-income South African students pursue undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in the U.S. by covering upfront costs. Eligible applicants are non-profit South African or U.S. organizations with a UEI and active SAM.gov registration. The program, with $67,500 in total funding, will select no more than 30 students, providing advising, standardized test preparation, application fee coverage, and travel logistics for approximately 20 students. The U.S. Embassy will be substantially involved in program implementation. Applications are due by May 29, 2026, 23:59 SAST, and must include mandatory forms, a detailed proposal (max 7 pages), a budget justification, and attachments like resumes and proof of non-profit status. Proposals will be evaluated on program quality, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, monitoring and evaluation, and sustainability.

The U.S. Embassy Pretoria, Public Diplomacy Section, announced the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2026, a cooperative agreement for non-profit South African or U.S. organizations. The program aims to help highly qualified, low-income South African students pursue undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in the U.S. by covering upfront costs. The OFP 2026 will provide specialized advising, internet access, and financial support for applications, tests, visas, and travel for approximately 20-30 students. The U.S. Department of State will be substantially involved in program implementation, including approving student identification processes and providing access to resources. Applicants must submit a detailed proposal, budget, and supporting documents by May 29, 2026, and must have an active SAM.gov registration with a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Proposals will be evaluated on program quality, organizational capacity, project planning, budget, monitoring and evaluation, and sustainability.

The U.S. Embassy Pretoria, Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is seeking proposals for the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2026. This program aims to assist highly qualified, low-income South African students in pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in the U.S. by covering upfront costs and providing comprehensive advising. The program's goal is to manage logistics for participants, focusing on recruitment, standardized test preparation, application guidance, and travel arrangements for an estimated 20 students. Eligible applicants are non-profit South African or U.S. organizations with a valid SAM.gov registration. The deadline for applications is May 29, 2026, with an anticipated award amount of $67,500. The U.S. Department of State will be substantially involved in program implementation.

The U.S. Embassy Pretoria, Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) is announcing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2026. This program seeks a non-profit South African or U.S. organization to implement a program assisting highly qualified, low-income South African students in pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in the U.S. by covering upfront costs. The program aims to identify and prepare up to 30 students, arrange and prepare them for standardized admission tests, advise on applications, pay expenses, and manage travel logistics for an estimated 20 successful applicants. The total available funding is $67,500, with a single award anticipated. The application deadline is May 29, 2026. Eligible applicants must be non-profit organizations with a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active SAM.gov registration. The NOFO details program objectives, eligibility criteria, application content and format, submission requirements, and review processes, emphasizing substantial involvement from both the U.S. Embassy and the recipient.