The University of KwaZulu-Natal, more commonly known as UKZN, is a tertiary institution which offers many different courses across its five campuses.
UKZN is committed to using its resources towards research and innovations which will develop professionals who solve societal issues within South Africa and across the world.
If you are a prospective UKZN student then you may be wondering if the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) covers UKZN courses.
The answer is yes they do.
UKZN is one of the 26 public universities that is funded by NSFAS.
It is important that you check if you meet the NSFAS funding criteria before applying for the bursary.
The criteria to qualify for NSFAS is as follows:
- Students from families with a combined household income of not more than R350 000 (three hundred and fifty thousand Rand) per annum, registering at TVET colleges and universities for the first time,
- Students returning to TVET colleges and universities to complete or continue their first undergraduate qualification.
- Students from families with a combined household income of up to R122 000 (one hundred and twenty-two thousand Rand) returning to TVET colleges and universities after a gap year or two to complete their first undergraduate qualification.
- Students from families who are recipients of child support grants or disability grants administered through South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) will automatically qualify for NSFAS funding.
- Orphans will automatically qualify for NSFAS funding, provided there is confirmation of their status.
The bursary will not only cover tuition but it will also cover the costs of registration and provide allowances for other expenses such as learning materials, accommodation and transport.
NSFAS is a government bursary that is aimed at providing financial assistance to disadvantaged students who performed well in high school and want to pursue their tertiary studies.
Click here to find out more about the NSFAS bursary.