What Does NSFAS Bursary Cover
What Does NSFAS Bursary Cover
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a South African government entity that provides financial assistance to eligible tertiary students. NSFAS seeks to reduce the financial burden of higher education and make it available to students who would not otherwise be able to afford it. the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) covers more than simply tuition fees, it also gives a lifeline to financially disadvantaged students by giving bursaries to cover different education-related expenditures.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) bursary plays a necessary role in supporting financially disadvantaged students in South Africa, enabling them to access higher education. For those who qualify, the NSFAS bursary covers a range of essential costs associated with studying at public universities and TVET colleges. From tuition fees to living allowances, accommodation, and other necessary expenses, the bursary ensures that students can focus on their studies without the burden of financial strain. Understanding what the NSFAS bursary covers is essential for students planning to apply and take full advantage of this funding opportunity.
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What Does NSFAS Bursary Cover
The NSFAS bursary is intended to cover a variety of higher education costs. The amounts mentioned for accommodation, living allowance, transportation, and learning materials must be consistent with the most recent DHET rules. The NSFAS bursary covers the following;
UNIVERSITY
- Accommodation: As per the actual costs charged by the university (costs for private accommodation must not exceed costs for university residence)
- Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7 500 per annum
- Living allowance R15, 000 per annum
- Book allowances R5200 per annum
- Incidental/personal care allowance of R2900 per annum for students in catered residences
TVET
- Accommodation in an urban area is R24,000 per annum
- Accommodation in a peri-urban area R18,900 per annum
- Accommodation in a rural area is R15,750 per annum
- Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7,350 per annum
- Transport R7000 per annum
- Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum.
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How To Apply for NSFAS Bursary
Follow the step-by-step guide below to apply for NSFAS bursary;
- Visit the NSFAS official website at: www.nsfas.org.za
- Click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab.
- Create a myNSFAS account
- Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen
- Upload required supporting documents where applicable
- Click on ‘Submit’.
Required Documents To Apply For NSFAS Bursary
All NSFAS Applicants must upload and attach the following documents to their completed applications;
- Copy of student ID / Birth certificate
- Copy of parent/s or guardian/ spouse ID
- Smart card: both sides of the card required
- Proof of income (where applicable)
- Persons living with disability (Disability Annexure A form)
- An applicant who is recognised as a vulnerable child by the Department of Social Development must provide a completed Vulnerable Child Declaration form completed by a social worker
- An applicant who has indicated that s/he has no family member details and or abridged birth certificate must complete the Declaration: Non-SASSA.
When Will NSFAS Application Results Be Communicated?
All candidates will be notified of their application status after NSFAS receives confirmation from the institution that an academic offer has been offered to them. This will be sent to you by SMS, email, and myNSFAS account before the start of the academic year.
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NSFAS Contact Details
NSFAS Virtual Contact Centre
We are available to assist through the following channels:
- Email: info@nsfas.org.za
- Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
- Twitter: @myNSFAS
- Instagram: @myNSFAS
- WhatsApp: +27 78 519 8006
- USSD:*120*67327#
Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.
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