Undergraduate SA Bursaries Open for 2027
Apply for open undergraduate bursaries & scholarships in South Africa for 2027. Get funding for first-year at universities and colleges across all study fields.
Western Cape Department of Infrastructure (DTPW) • Government UPDATED
Masakh’iSizwe bursary 2027 for engineering and built environment students. Covers full costs with work-back contract,
Moore • Private Sector UPDATED
Applications now open for the Moore Africa Bursary 2027 - 2028. Open to accounting students pursuing a CA(SA) path with strong academic results.
University of the Witwatersrand: Wits • Private Sector UPDATED
Apply for the Wits Sport Bursary 2027. Interested athletes must be planning to enroll at Wits university in 2027.
South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) • Private Sector UPDATED
Apply for the SAICA Thuthuka Bursary 2027. The program empowers aspiring accounting careers with financial barriers.
Sanlam • Private Sector UPDATED
Sanlam Actuarial Bursary 2027 is open to matriculants and undergraduates. Full funding, plus a job after graduation
Sasol • Private Sector UPDATED
Apply for the Sasol Bursary 2027. Funding is available for South African students in STEM fields. Postgraduates are welcome.
South African Road Federation: SARF • Private Sector UPDATED
Apply for the South African Road Federation (SARF) Study Bursary 2026 for studies in road engineering, transport management, and civil engineering. Appl
Students Application Centre • Government UPDATED
Find out how to apply for SAC bursary funding in South Africa. Open to students seeking financial support for tertiary studies across various fields.
Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) • Government UPDATED
Explore Thailand Scholarships 2026 for South African students. Study overseas with partial funding for postgraduate programmes in various fields.
Fine Music Radio: FMR • Private Sector UPDATED
Funding is available for students in South Africa studying music. The Fine Music Radio Trust is accepting online applications for 2026 until 12 June.
SAICE • Private Sector UPDATED
Support your civil engineering studies with the SAICE Bursary 2026. Open to South African students pursuing tertiary engineering education. Applications
Sappi • Private Sector UPDATED
Apply for the Sappi Bursary 2027 in South Africa. Learn about eligibility, requirements, documents, and how to apply. Applications now open.
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Undergraduate Bursaries in South Africa
Finding undergraduate bursaries in South Africa can make a big difference for students who need financial support after Matric. Many funding opportunities cover tuition fees and sometimes include accommodation, books, or monthly allowances. Competition for undergraduate bursaries is often high, so applicants must meet academic requirements and submit complete documentation before the deadline. On this page, you can explore open undergraduate bursaries and check their status, eligibility criteria, and application details.
Frequently Asked Questions
These are questions South Africans who are students, graduates, undergraduates and scholars are asking everyday.
An undergraduate bursary is funding for students studying towards a diploma or bachelor’s degree at a university or TVET college in South Africa. It applies to students who have passed Matric and are not yet at postgraduate level.
Most undergraduate bursaries require at least 60% to 70% average in Matric or your latest academic year. Competitive fields like engineering, accounting, and health sciences may require higher marks, especially in Mathematics and Physical Science.
No. Many bursaries cover students studying at public universities, but some also fund students at registered private colleges and TVET colleges. Always check if your institution is accredited before applying.
Yes. Many private companies offer undergraduate bursaries, especially in scarce skills fields like engineering, IT, accounting, mining, and education. These bursaries often include a work-back contract after graduation.
Undergraduate bursaries may cover:
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Tuition fees
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Registration fees
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Prescribed textbooks
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Accommodation
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A monthly allowance
Coverage depends on the funder. Some offer full funding, while others only pay tuition.
Most undergraduate bursaries for 2026 open between March and September 2025. However, deadlines vary depending on the company, government department, or organisation offering the funding.