Find the latest bursaries in South Africa — including full and partial funding opportunities for university, TVET and college students. We list closing dates, eligibility criteria, stipend amounts, application links and tips to help you access financial support for tuition, accommodation, books and living costs.
For many young South Africans, the biggest barrier to further study is not motivation — it is money. With application fees rising and tuition costs continuing to climb, even capable students are often forced to pause their education. The SANAS External Bursary Programme 2026 opens a narrow but meaningful window for unemployed youth who are … Read more
Apply for the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) Bursaries 2026. Funding up to R110,000 for heritage, history and arts students (DSAC) Bursaries 2026 – Overview The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2026 academic year. The DSAC Heritage Bursaries offer rare … Read more
Collins Chabane Municipality Bursaries 2026 help indigent students register at tertiary institutions by covering registration fees only. For many matriculants and tertiary students, the biggest obstacle to higher education isn’t tuition — it’s the ability to register in the first place. The Collins Chabane Municipality Bursaries 2026 open a narrow but meaningful door for students … Read more
Sol Plaatje University Postgraduate Merit Award Bursaries 2026 offer tuition support for unemployed Honours, PGDip, and Master’s students. For many unemployed graduates, postgraduate study feels like an impossible next step — not because of ability, but because of cost. Sol Plaatje University’s Postgraduate Merit Award Bursaries 2026 arrive at a critical moment, offering tuition support … Read more
The Land Bank Bursary Programme is open to South African youth aged 18 to 28 who are passionate about agriculture and committed to contributing to the development of the agricultural sector. The Land Bank Bursary Programme for 2026 offers an invaluable opportunity for young South Africans, especially those from rural and disadvantaged backgrounds, to secure … Read more
Master Builders Association Western Cape Bursary 2026 aims to support unemployed South African students who are committed to their studies in the Built Environment field. Are you passionate about construction, civil engineering, or architecture? If you’re a South African student interested in pursuing a career in the Built Environment sector, the Master Builders Association Western … Read more
Makhuduthamaga Municipality Bursaries 2026 are open for local students needing full financial support. Closing date: 20 January 2026 For many learners in Limpopo, passing Matric is only half the battle—the real challenge begins when money stands between them and university. The Makhuduthamaga Municipality Bursary Programme 2026 arrives at a critical moment, offering full financial support … Read more