Academic Funding

South African Bursaries: Funding Your Future

Secure your academic journey with verified bursary opportunities. Review clear eligibility, fields of study, and closing dates for South African students.

Modern university campus library, diverse South African students studying collaboratively, bright natural daylight, crisp navy and teal accents
Modern university campus library, diverse South African students studying collaboratively, bright natural daylight, crisp navy and teal accents
Engineers in a clean, modern lab setting, focused on technical work, bright natural daylight, crisp navy and teal accents
Engineers in a clean, modern lab setting, focused on technical work, bright natural daylight, crisp navy and teal accents
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Diverse group of young South African adults attending a lecture in a modern university hall, engaged and attentive, bright natural daylight, crisp navy and teal accents
Current Opportunities

Active Bursaries by Sponsor

Standard Bank Bursary

Supports Commerce and Engineering students. Covers full tuition, accommodation, and a monthly stipend. Open to South African citizens with strong academic records. Closing: 30 November.

Sasol Bursary Programme

Focuses on STEM fields, offering comprehensive funding including mentorship. Designed for SA citizens pursuing specific degree programs at accredited universities. Closing: 15 October.

NSFAS Funding

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme provides needs-based funding for tuition and living allowances across all fields of study. For SA citizens enrolled at public universities. Closing: 31 January.

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