South African Medical Association (SAMA) Bursary 2025

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SAMA

The South African Medical Association (SAMA) was formed in May 1998 as a way to unify  doctors from various groups, who had a range of interests. Today, SAMA is a non-profit organisation for both private and public sector  medical practitioners. The voluntary membership association aims to serve the needs and interests of its members in healthcare-related matters.

The core values of SAMA include: Professional; Leadership; Ubuntu; Innovative; Principled and Vibrant.

ABOUT THE SAMA BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

The South African Medical Association (SAMA) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2025 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for Medical studies (MB ChB or MB BCh).

MORE ABOUT THE SAMA BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED, PAYMENT & RENEWAL

Bursaries will be awarded to a value of R20 000 per annum, to supplement the tuition fee. The bursary must NOT be used for accommodation, books or any other related fees. Funds will be paid directly into the student’s university account.

The bursary award will be valid for 1 year only, however, students with good academic results will be eligible to apply and be considered in the following year.

Successful candidates will be contacted telephonically by 15 December 2024 – if you do not receive any feedback by this date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SAMA BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

• • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be have completed Matric
  • You must be studying towards a Medical qualification (MB ChB or MB BCh)
  • You must be entering your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study in 2025 (the bursary will NOT fund 1st year students)
  • You must be studying at a recognised medical school in South Africa
  • You must have a strong academic record
  • You must be in financial need
  • Students from historically disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply
  • Preference will be given to SAMA members

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SAMA BURSARY

Download and complete the SAMA Bursary Application Form 2025

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Latest exam results (certified copy)
• 2 recent written testimonials (read our tips on how to get a letter of reference/ testimonial for your bursary application)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of SASSA grant or pension if applicable)
• Details of any other bursary funding currently received (if applicable)

Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways:
– Email: bursaries@samedical.org
(Insert the words “SAMA Bursary 2025” in the email subject line).

– Post:
The Bursaries Officer
The South Africa Medical Association
P O Box 74789
Lynnwood Ridge
0040

CLOSING DATE FOR THE SAMA BURSARY

15 November 2024.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact The South Africa Medical Association directly:
Tel: 012 481 2000
Email: online@samedical.org
Please do NOT contact the SAMA if this bursary has already closed.