Are you a South African student struggling to afford tertiary education? The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is here to help.
NSFAS offers bursaries and loans to deserving students to cover tuition, accommodation, and living expenses. In this guide, we'll outline everything you need to know about NSFAS 2025 loan applications, including the deadline, eligibility criteria, and how to apply.
The deadline for NSFAS 2025 applications, including loan applications, is 15 December.
NSFAS 2025 Loans
South African citizens and permanent residents with a household income between R350,000 and R600,000 can apply for NSFAS loans. Applicants must be accepted into a public university or TVET college and maintain an average of 60% in their coursework.
NSFAS loans cover tuition, accommodation, and living expenses.
How to Apply
- Create a myNSFAS account: Visit the myNSFAS website and register for an account.
- Complete the online application: Fill out the required information and upload any necessary documents.
- Submit your application: Once you've completed all the steps, submit your application.
Required Documents:
- Copy of your Identity Document
- Copy of your parent(s)' or guardian's/spouse's ID Document
- Proof of income (if applicable)
- NSFAS Declaration Form
- Orphan/Vulnerable Child Declaration Form (if under 18)
- NSFAS Consent Form
- Proof of Guardianship (if applicable)
- Disability Annexure Form (if applicable)
- Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- Provisional/Firm/Pre-Enrolment offer letter from the institution
NSFAS does not accept affidavits as supporting documents.
Students who achieve over 70% and complete their studies within the prescribed time may have 50% of their loan written off.
