Apply for a Fully Funded Football Scholarship to Cape Town, South Africa
Imagine spending one month training in one of the world’s most breathtaking cities, developing your game alongside elite coaches, competing against top opposition, and experiencing a new culture that will shape you both as a player and a person.
The 7 Elite Academy International Scholarship Programme will award two outstanding young players with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
This isn’t just a football trip.
It’s an experience designed to inspire, challenge and transform.
At 7 Elite Academy, we believe the best players are developed through experiences that push them beyond their comfort zone.
Our Cape Town Scholarship Programme combines elite football coaching with cultural immersion, personal development and unforgettable life experiences.
For one month, successful applicants will become part of our South African programme, training daily, living alongside fellow players and embracing everything that makes Cape Town one of the world’s most incredible destinations.
You’ll return home with improved football ability, greater confidence, lifelong friendships and memories that will stay with you forever.
Your scholarship includes everything you need for an incredible experience:
Total scholarship value: Over $10,000.
7 Elite Cape Town offers a unique environment for player development.
From world-class training facilities to stunning landscapes, vibrant culture and passionate football communities, every day presents an opportunity to grow.
This is football development on a global stage.
Applicants must:Applicants must:
We are looking for players with character, commitment and ambition, not just technical ability.
What We're Looking For
We want players who will represent 7 Elite Academy with pride both on and off the pitch.
Complete the online application form.
Submit your football highlights and tell us why you should be selected.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an online interview.
Two scholarship recipients will be announced.
Begin your unforgettable journey to Cape Town.
Imagine waking up every day knowing you're about to train in one of the most beautiful places on Earth.
This is more than a scholarship. It’s a life-changing experience.
Flights, accommodation, coaching and programme activities are fully funded, as well as meals on campus. Anything additional will be at the players discretion and own cost.
Absolutely. The programme is open to all eligible players.
Yes. Applicants must hold a valid UK or US passport and be eligible to travel internationally.
Applications are assessed on football ability, attitude, character, ambition and potential to benefit from the experience.
Some experiences stay with you forever. This could be the month that changes your confidence, your football and your future.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, embrace a new culture and take your development to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.
Applications are now open. Take the first step towards the opportunity of a lifetime.
7 Elite Academy administers and coaches teams for thousands of players across the world, in the United States, the United Kingdom and in Cape Town, South Africa
