Bursaries in South Africa

BursariesMzanzi is a free platform helping South African students find funding for their studies. Whether you are a high school learner planning for university, a current student needing financial support, or someone changing careers, we list bursaries across a wide range of fields — from Engineering and Medicine to Accounting, Commerce, Science, and Information Technology.

Each bursary listing includes the funder name, closing date, fields of study covered, minimum academic requirements, eligibility criteria (such as financial need, province, or demographic targets), and a direct link to the official application page. This means you can check whether you qualify before applying, and go straight to the provider's website to submit your application.

Bursary deadlines for the 2027 academic year typically fall between July and October of the prior year, though some close earlier. We recommend searching for your field early, preparing your documents (ID, academic results, proof of income, motivational letter), and applying to multiple bursaries to increase your chances. Use the search bar above to get started, or browse popular fields above.