Simbongile Makanda

Students studying at technical colleges have the option of applying for funding from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). Here's a list of Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges that are funded by NSFAS.

Fundi provides educational loans to South African citizens. If you're funded by Fundi, you'll need to create a Fundi account. Here's how you can log into your account.

There are various ways that you can contact the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). Keep reading to find out how you can contact them if you're in need of funding or assistance with your application.

Close to 70% of South African youth is unemployed. This can make saving money a challenging task for young job seekers. Here are some money tips for young people.

Saving money can be difficult, especially when you're a student. Luckily, there are some ways that you can keep track of how much money you spend and save.

A big part of becoming a young adult involves beginning to fend for yourself by becoming more financially independent. One of the best ways to achieve this is by starting up your own student bank account that you will remain responsible for.

NSFAS funds many undergraduate students, but what happens once you have your undergraduate qualification? Does NSFAS still lend a helping hand if you decide to do your postgraduate studies? 

NSFAS has been catering to students' financial needs for many years, but the conditions surrounding funding can still be quite confusing for beneficiaries. For instance, some students who are considering switching institutions might still be wondering: will NSFAS still fund me if I move to another University/TVET College? 

You might be in your 20s or 30s when you decide that you want to pursue your very first degree, but even then, you might not be able to afford tertiary funding. Luckily enough no matter what your age is, if you meet the requirements, you can get funded by NSFAS. 

A gap year is when students take a break between their studies before returning back to their schooling. There is this misconception that taking a gap year will be a waste of time, but if used effectively, having a gap year can prove very beneficial.

Final exams can be daunting for any student, especially once you reach matric, since those are that marks that matter most for tertiary entrance, and to some employers. However, there are many helpful ways that students can prepare to tackle their final examinations.

Any student can apply for a NSFAS bursary so long as they plan on registering at, or are already studying at one of the public TVET colleges, as well as can adequately prove their own financial need. However, it is important that students are aware of which TVET colleges are supported by NSFAS before submitting their application.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) offers bursaries to all eligible students, including those with disabilities. Their bursaries cover any level of tertiary education, such as first undergraduate degrees or diploma at any of South Africa’s 23 public universities.

Have you ever wondered if NSFAS will fund more than just one child per parent or in a household or just more than one person in your household at a time? Well, we have the answer to that question along with lots of other information.

All students looking to receive tertiary funding will be able to benefit from the FNB student loan scheme. This FNB student loan caters to everyone, being available both to customers who bank with FNB as well as customers who don't bank with FNB.

With NSFAS applications having reopened, it is no doubt that countless students have sent in their applications early in order to get ahead of the crowd. However, there may be some applicants stuck with an application status saying, 'DHA Verification Failed'. Here's what to do about it.

Since there are many students each year who are unable to afford their tertiary studies, a few banks have begun student loan schemes in support of those who do not manage to claim a bursary fund. Nedbank represents just one of those banks, offering student loans with flexible repayment options to part-time and full-time students in tertiary institutions. 

The end of the academic year brings about a new set of NSFAS application dates for students looking for funding. However, there are certain prospective students that might not be eligible for application based on a number of different criteria.

For students who have not managed to claim any sort of bursary or scholarship funding, certain banks have you covered through their student loan initiatives. One such bank is Standard Bank, whose student loan option represents a great alternative funding option for students in need of financial support for their studies.

Being a student is very much the beginning of you being independent financially, and getting a bank account is the first step. Absa's student bank account has many benefits that are perfect for a student.