Bursaries Closing in May 2026 South Africa
If you are in need of tertiary funding for the 2026 academic year, a bursary is the perfect way to fund your studies. Most bursaries are applicable to students who can prove they are in financial need, have a good academic record and are hard working.
These bursaries are currently open for application and will be closing within the month of May 2026. (Please do NOT apply for these bursaries after the stipulated closing date).
Below you will find a link to each bursary with further information such as the following: eligibility requirements, details on how to apply, application forms where available or details on how to obtain an application form, a list of supporting documents required, closing dates and contact details of the bursary holder if you have any further queries.
Please note that bursaries are only applicable to South African citizens (unless indicated otherwise), who have either completed Matric or are currently in Matric. You will need to prove excellent academic results, as well as financial need in order to apply for a bursary.
LIST OF SOUTH AFRICAN BURSARIES CLOSING IN MAY 2026
- Sasol Bursary (closing: 17 May 2026)
- IVANPLATS Bursary (closing: 22 May 2026)
- Old Mutual Accounting Bursary (closing: 30 May 2026)
- Old Mutual Actuarial Bursary (closing: 30 May 2026)
- Shoprite Bursary (closing: 31 May 2026)
- Boston City Campus Bursary (closing: 31 May 2026)
- South African Journal on Human Rights (SAJHR) Bursary (closing: 31 May 2026)
- West Wits Mining Bursary (closing: 31 May 2026)
Please remember to check back here soon as we are constantly adding new bursaries to this page.