Finance bursaries can significantly reduce the financial burden of higher education and help students achieve their academic goals. Bursaries can cover tuition fees, accommodation, and living expenses, easing the financial strain on students and their families.
In this article, we look at some Finance bursaries which are available every year.
National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)
NSFAS is the National Student Financial Aid Scheme NSFAS which provides financial aid in the form of a bursary fund for higher education students through NSFAS. NSFAS funding covers tuition fees, registration and students receive NSFAS allowance for other student needs.
NSFAS covers all undergraduate qualifications, as long as they are studied at a public TVET College of public University. This means that NSFAS will fund Finance courses.
Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme (ISFAP)
ISFAP provides bursaries to deserving students who meet the requirements. Requirements for ISFAP entails coming from households with an annual income falling between R0 and R600 000.
ISFAP funding is there to provide financial funding to lower-income students and those who fall into the “missing middle" and struggle to pay their tuition fees.
Treasury Bursaries
National and Provincial Treasury departments offer Finance bursaries. They are committed to creating opportunities for the youth and to address critical skills shortages in the fields of Economics, Accounting, Finance and Auditing.
Hollywood Bets Foundation Future is Bright Bursary Programme
The Hollywood Foundation strives to empower students nationwide, bridging the transition from high school to tertiary education.The Bursary Programme offers Full or partial funding for studies in various fields, including Finance.
Industrial Development Corporation IDC Bursary Programme
The Industrial Development Corporation IDC Bursary Programme covers full tuition fees, full fees for on-campus accommodation and meals, off-campus university accredited accommodation, Self-Catering Meal allowance. Transport allowance and a Laptop.
Investec Tertiary Bursary Programme
Investec, in partnership with StudyTrust, provides the funding necessary to see young South Africans with academic potential get to university. With this assistance, they are able to study towards financial sector-related degrees at various local universities.
Standard Bank Group Bursary Programme
The Standard Bank Group Bursary Programme is designed to promote academic excellence and shape the next generation of African talent and African leaders. The Standard Bank Group Bursary Fund is a full-cost bursary, covering study and study-related costs.
Sasria Bursary
Sasria’s bursary scheme aims to assist with the creation of a talent pipeline for those skills that are scarce and are required within the organisation. Sasria will cover those wanting to study full time towards an undergraduate university (academic) degree in a range of fields, including Finance.
Many finance bursaries come with additional benefits, such as mentoring, internships, and networking opportunities, which can be invaluable for students in the field. By following these tips and exploring the various finance bursary options available, you can increase your chances of securing financial support and achieving your academic and career aspirations in the field of finance.
