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StudyTrust Bursaries South Africa 2026 – 2027

ABOUT THE COMPANY – STUDYTRUST

StudyTrust Bursaries South Africa

StudyTrust, established in 1974, is an educational public benefit organisation which helps learners find study opportunities. The company administers bursaries and scholarships by various large companies, as well as providing mentorship to assist tertiary students with academic and personal development.

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

StudyTrust is offering 3 types of bursary programmes, sponsored by various blue-chip South African companies and international companies:

1) Bursaries for Matric students intending to study towards a diploma qualification in any field of study.

2) Bursaries for Matric students intending to study towards a degree qualification in any field of study.

3) Bursaries for students currently pursuing their undergraduate studies in the following fields:

Accounting
Auditing
Economics
Finance
Business Management Studies
Mathematics
Statistics
Actuarial Science
Computer Science
Information Technology
Hospitality, Leisure, Recreation and Tourism
Aeronautical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronic Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering

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SASSA (South African Social Security Agency)

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MORE ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMME – COVERAGE VALUE

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses (across all 3 bursary programmes): tuition fees, prescribed books, study material, accommodation in residence or equivalent private accommodation, meals, living allowance, transport and a personal computer.

Students will also receive the following: individual attention, mentorship programme, being part of an aspirational community.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
Matric students intending to study towards a diploma:

South African citizen
Currently in Matric OR completed Matric
Strong academic potential
Intend on studying full time towards a diploma qualification
Intend on studying at a recognised public University within South Africa
Achieved a minimum overall average of 50% in Matric
Achieved a minimum result of 60% for English HL OR 70% for English FAL in Matric
Achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) in Matric
Participated in school-based programmes (Kutlwanong Pro-maths, Living Maths, Coding initiatives, TRAC, Protec, etc.)

Matric students intending to study towards a degree:

South African citizen
Currently in Matric OR completed Matric
Strong academic potential
Intend on studying full time towards a degree qualification
Intend on studying at a recognised public University within South Africa
Achieved a minimum overall average of 60% in Matric
Achieved a minimum result of 60% for English HL OR 70% for English FAL in Matric
Achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) in Matric
Participated in school-based programmes (Kutlwanong Pro-maths, Living Maths, Coding initiatives, TRAC, Protec, etc.)

2nd and 3rd-year tertiary students:

South African citizen
Completed Matric
Strong academic potential
Studying full time within one of the aforementioned fields of study
Studying at a recognised tertiary institute within South Africa
In your 2nd or 3rd year of undergraduate studies
Achieved a minimum overall average of 55%
Participating in committees and outreach projects
Leadership skills
Proven financial need

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HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY

Applications must be done online at:

Matric students intending to study towards a diploma: https://leap.ly/opportunities/316
Matric students intending to study towards a degree: https://leap.ly/opportunities/262
2nd and 3rd-year students: https://leap.ly/opportunities/264

You will be required to register an account before you can log in and apply.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application be disregarded):
Matric students (intending to study towards a diploma/ degree):

ID document (certified copy)
Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
Matric certificate, if completed Matric and currently on a gap year (certified copy)
Proof of application at a tertiary institute
Motivational letter in support of your bursary application (why you should be selected to receive a bursary)

2nd and 3rd-year students:

ID document (certified copy)
Matric certificate (certified copy)
Full tertiary academic record (certified copy)
Motivational letter in support of your bursary application (why you should be selected to receive a bursary)

CLOSING DATE

StudyTrust bursary application platform will be available starting 01 June 2026, with the majority of bursary and scholarship applications closing on 30 September, though a few exceptions are specified on individual bursary pages.

Please be aware that high traffic may lead to server issues, particularly as the closing dates approach. For any inquiries, feel free to reach out to apply@studytrust.org.za.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Study Trust directly:
Contact Person: Mr Mthusi Morebodi (Bursary Support Manager)
Tel: 011 403 1632 / 011 403 1130
Fax: 086 567 5604
Email: applications@StudyTrust.org.za