The Gauteng City Region Academy (GCRA) bursary programme is offered by the Gauteng Department of Education and aims to promote quality education and skills development in the province.
The GCRA bursary programme is available to all qualifying students living in the Gauteng province and usually covers students’ full cost of study, including registration fees, tuition fees, accommodation costs and books.
To qualify for the GCRA bursary applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be between the age of 18 to 35 at the time of applying.
- Have completed matric and reside in Gauteng – (Proof of residence required)
- Have a strong academic record.
- Be on an undergraduate programme; must either be studying or have registered themselves to study at a PSET (Post School Education and Training) that’s registered and accredited institution.
- Postgraduate students must be either studying or have registered themselves to study at a tertiary institution of higher learning towards a postgraduate qualification.
Students who automatically qualify:
- Top Achievers from Gauteng Schools
- Top learner from no-fee paying schools in Gauteng
- Top 3 learner from LSEN schools in Gauteng
To apply for the Gauteng City Region Academy (GCRA) Bursary, applicants must complete the online application process.
Applicants are required to Register an account with their personal details before they can login and submit their application.
Students can apply for the GCRA Bursary by following these steps:
Step 1 (Profile)
- Fill out personal details
- Provide address details
- Insert matric results details
- Provide their parent/guardians’ information
Step 2 (Application)
- Provide tertiary Institution details
- Provide other sponsor details
- Upload required documentation
- Conclude by ticking terms and conditions box
Find out more about the GCRA Bursary by visiting it's official website.
