National Student Financial Aid scheme (NSFAS)
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is the government student bursary and loan scheme that receives its funding budget from, and reports to the Department of Higher Education and Training.
National Student Financial Aid scheme (NSFAS)
NSFAS Brochure
The South African Government is aware most households struggle to pay the hefty academic costs for their kids to complete their desired qualifications. This is why the National Student Financial Aid scheme (NSFAS) is tasked with ensuring that no deserving student is barred from achieving their dreams due to their poor financial background. NSFAS administers funding for potential professionals from poor and working-class families who can’t afford study fees on behalf of the Department of Higher Education, Science and Technology.
NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) application process:
Step 1: Check Eligibility
– Ensure you are a South African citizen
– Meet the academic requirements (pass grade 12 or equivalent)
– Meet the financial requirements (combined household income below R350,000 per annum)
Step 2: Gather Required Documents
– ID document
– Birth certificate
– Parent/guardian ID documents
– Proof of income (pay slips, affidavit, or SASSA letter)
– Grade 12 certificate or equivalent
Step 3: Register and Apply
– Go to the NSFAS website ((link unavailable))
– Click on “Apply” and create a profile
– Fill out the online application form
– Upload required documents
Step 4: Submit Application
– Review and submit your application
– Receive a reference number as proof of submission
Step 5: Track Application Status
– Log in to your NSFAS profile to track your application status
– Receive notifications and updates via email and SMS
Step 6: Funding Decision
– NSFAS will assess your application and make a funding decision
– If approved, funding will be paid to your university/TVET college
Important Dates
– Application opens: August/September
– Application closes: November/December (for first-time applicants) and March (for returning students)
Contact NSFAS
– Call Centre: 0860 067 327
– Email: mailto:info@nsfas.org.za
– Website: (www.nsfas.org.za)
Don’t just apply for yourself, tell your friends to tell their friends to apply too.
Below are the NSFAS contact details for more information:
Contact Centre Toll Free number: 08000 67327
Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Instagram: myNSFAS
Twitter: myNSFAS