ISFAP Bursary 2025-2026
About ISFAP (Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme):
The Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme (ISFAP) is a Public Benefit Organisation (PBO) dedicated to providing financial assistance to poor and middle-income university students. ISFAP raises funds from various sources, including non-profit organizations, government institutions, foundations, the private sector, local and international donors, and private individuals. These funds are used to support South African students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in pursuing their undergraduate tertiary studies.
ISFAP Bursary Program:
ISFAP offers bursaries to students from the “missing middle” who are pursuing studies in fields categorized as “Occupations of High Demand.” The bursaries are awarded for the 2025-2026 academic year and cover selected qualifications at partner institutions. Below are the partner institutions and the approved qualifications for the 2025-2026 academic year:
University of Johannesburg:
- Various engineering disciplines
- Construction Management
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Logistics Management
- Retailing
- Mine Surveying
- Mathematical Sciences
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Economics and Econometrics
- Accounting
- Computer Science and Informatics
University of Pretoria:
- Various engineering disciplines
- Computer Science
- Actuarial and Financial Mathematics
- Medicine
- Mathematical Statistics
- Quantity Surveying
- Town and Regional Planning
- Supply Chain Management
- Business Management
- Nursing Science
- Information Technology
University of the Witwatersrand:
- Pharmacy
- Industrial Engineering
- Various engineering disciplines
- Physiotherapy
- Nursing
- Metallurgy & Material Engineering
- Construction Studies
- Accounting
- Information Systems
- Science
- Aeronautical Engineering
- Medicine
- Actuarial Science
- Mathematics of Finance
- Economics & Management Science
- Computer Science
- Food Science
University of Cape Town:
- Actuarial Science
- Electrical and Computer Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Accounting Sciences
- Actuarial and Financial Mathematics
- Medicine
- Physiotherapy
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
Stellenbosch University:
- Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting
- Actuarial Science
- Food Science
- Management Sciences (various focal areas)
- BAcc
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Mathematical Sciences (various focal areas)
- Economics
University of KwaZulu-Natal:
- Medicine
- Nursing Science
- Occupational Therapy
- Pharmacy
- Various engineering disciplines
- Physics with Chemistry
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Statistics
- Medical Sciences
Nelson Mandela University:
- Marine Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
Walter Sisulu University:
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Medicine
- Physics with Chemistry
- Chemistry
- Biological Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Statistics
University of Venda:
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Economics
- Accounting Sciences
Tshwane University of Technology:
- Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics
- Nursing Science
Central University of Technology:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Construction Management
- Quantity Surveying
ISFAP Bursary Coverage and Selection:
The ISFAP bursary provides full coverage for tuition fees and offers subsidized funding for books, accommodation, a meal stipend, and a cash allowance. Bursary recipients also receive non-academic student support, including academic development, life skills training, tutorial support, social support, mentoring, access to program managers, and psycho-social support when needed.
Eligibility Requirements:
To qualify for the ISFAP Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- South African citizenship
- Currently in Matric or completed Matric
- Accepted to study at one of the partner public tertiary institutions and pursuing an approved qualification for 2025-2026
- Starting their first year of undergraduate studies in 2025-2026
- Family household income not exceeding R600,000 per annum
- Demonstrated financial need
How to Apply:
Applications for the ISFAP Bursary can be submitted online through the ISFAP Bursary Application portal. Applicants are required to register an account, log in, and complete the application form. Ensure you provide all required documents for a complete application.
Closing Date:
The closing date for ISFAP Bursary applications for 2025-2026 is 31 October (subject to confirmation). Applicants should submit their applications before the closing date to be considered.
Contact Information:
For inquiries related to the ISFAP Bursary program, contact ISFAP directly:
- Telephone: 010 880 0400
- Email: students@isfap.org.za
Before making inquiries, be sure to read the ISFAP Frequently Asked Questions for additional information.
