Student Relief Fund bursary for the 2025

Student Relief Fund bursary for 2025. This bursary is aimed at South African citizens who are permanent residents in the eThekwini Municipal Area.

Deadline: January 17, 2025

About the EThekwini Municipality Bursary

EThekwini Municipality is offering the Student Relief Fund bursary for the 2025 academic year. This bursary is aimed at South African citizens who are permanent residents in the eThekwini Municipal Area and intend to begin or continue their first undergraduate studies at a public higher education institution in South Africa.

Key Details

• Financial Coverage: The bursary focuses on registration fees and may partially contribute to tuition costs. It does not cover expenses for accommodation, meals, books, transportation, sports, or related costs.
• Eligibility: Applicants must meet academic performance criteria and demonstrate financial need.
• Encouragement: Students with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
• Responsibility: Applicants must ensure they have applied and been accepted into a public higher education institution. Other funding sources should also be pursued, as the bursary will not cover the full cost of studying.

Eligibility Requirements – Student Relief Fund bursary

To qualify for the bursary, applicants must provide the following documents:

1. Academic Records:
   • Matric certificate (if no prior higher education studies).
   • Current academic record for those already in higher education.
2. Proof of Income:
   • Parent(s) or guardian(s) payslip, employer letter, or tax return statement for self-employed individuals.
   • If parents are unemployed, proof from the Department of Labour.
3. Household Income Cap:
   • Combined income must not exceed R160,000. If there are two or more students in the household, the cut-off is R200,000.
4. Identification Documents:
   • Certified copy of the applicant’s ID.
   • Certified copies of parent(s) or guardian(s) IDs or death certificate(s), if applicable.
5. Proof of Admission:
   • Acceptance letter from a public higher education institution.
   • Financial statement from the institution.
6. Motivation Letter:
   • Written motivation explaining why the applicant deserves financial assistance.
7. Proof of Residence:
   • Must clearly show the applicant’s name and address.

How to Apply – Student Relief Fund bursary

To apply for the EThekwini Municipality bursary, follow these steps:

1. Visit the EThekwini Municipality Bursary Portal to complete your application.
2. Submit all required documents before the deadline: 17 January 2025.

Note: If you have not been contacted within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Additional Resources to Support Your Application

• Tips for Submitting a Bursary Application
• How to Write a Motivational Letter for a Bursary Application
• How to Write an Affidavit for Bursary Applications
• Funding Options for University Students in South Africa
• Preparing for a Bursary Interview

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