University of Limpopo UL NSFAS Application 2024-2025
UL NSFAS Online Application – How to Apply Online?
The UL NSFAS Online Application Procedure is as follows:
1. Visit the NSFAS website at www.nsfas.org.za and click on the “Apply” button.
2. Register an account by providing your name, email address, and password.
3. After registering, you will be taken to the application form. Here you will provide your personal details, contact information, and academic history.
4. Once you have completed the application form, click on the “Submit” button.
5. Once you have uploaded all of the required documents, click on the “Submit” button.
6. Your application will then be sent to NSFAS for processing. You will be notified via email once a decision has been made on your application.
UL Financial Aid NSFAS
The UL Financial Aid NSFAS is a financial aid scheme designed to help students from low-income households access higher education. NSFAS provides full funding for tuition, accommodation and other study-related costs for qualifying students. To be eligible for NSFAS funding, students must come from households with a combined annual income of less than R350,000. Students must also be South African citizens or permanent residents, and must not already hold a degree or diploma.
To apply for NSFAS funding, students can either submit an online application or a paper application. The online application process is open from 1 September to 30 November each year, while the paper application process is open from 1 August to 31 October each year. Once an application has been submitted, students will be required to submit supporting documentation, such as proof of income and ID. NSFAS will then assess the application and make a decision on whether or not the student qualifies for funding.
If you have any further questions about the UL Financial Aid NSFAS, please contact the NSFAS Call Centre on 086003NSFAS (08600367227) or email info@nsfas.org.za.
How Much is NSFAS Allowance at UL?
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) allowance at the University of the Free State (UL) is R25,000 for students who live on campus, and R11,714 per year for students who live off campus. The allowance is used to cover the cost of food, accommodation, textbooks, and other expenses.
What is the University of Limpopo UL NSFAS Allowance?
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 institution) R7500 per annum
- Living allowance R15,000 per annum
- Book allowances R5200 per annum
- Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum for students in catered residences.
TVET
- Accommodation in an urban area R24,000 per annum
- Accommodation in an peri-urban area R18,900 per annum
- Accommodation in an rural area R15,750 per annum
- Transport (up to 40 km from institution) R7,350 per annum
- Transport R7000 per annum
- Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum
Does NSFAS Fund UL Students?
Yes, NSFAS does fund UL students. In fact, NSFAS is one of the main sources of financial aid for students attending public universities in South Africa. So if you’re a UL student who is struggling to cover the cost of your education, you may be eligible for NSFAS funding.
I have Forgotten UL myNSFAS Account Password, How to Log In?
Do I Have To Pay For Registration if My NSFAS Funds Were Approved?
What to Do If I did not Receive an SMS from Financial Aid?
You will need to exercise patience with the institution.
Ensure that the university has your correct cellphone number. Please visit Student Academic Services if you need to fix your number.
However, if you have been approved for funding by NSFAS and have not received the SMS, please visit the Financial Aid station/help desk.
