Orange South Africa Trust Bursary

Offered by Orange South Africa

Closed Usually closes around September

The Orange South Africa Trust Bursary supports Black students aged 18 to 35 with at least 70% for Matric Maths in undergraduate or postgraduate STEM and IT studies. It covers fees, materials, software, equipment and data.

Who can apply

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be Black
  • Be between 18 and 35 years old
  • Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • Have achieved a minimum result of 70% for Mathematics in Matric
  • Be studying or intend on studying towards an Undergraduate or Postgraduate STEM or IT-related qualification
  • Have achieved satisfactory academic progress, if currently studying
  • Be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa

What the bursary covers

  • Tuition fees
  • Registration fees
  • Learning materials
  • Software
  • Equipment
  • Data

Documents you will need

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric latest results, if currently in Matric
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric
  • Latest academic transcripts, if currently studying
  • Proof of registration or admission
  • Motivation letter to support your application (500 words)
  • Curriculum Vitae, highlighting academic achievements and experience
  • Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed)
  • Parents or guardians 3 months bank statements
  • Proof of disability, if applicable

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

  1. Check the requirements

    Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

  2. Prepare your documents

    Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

  3. Apply through the official channel
    Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027

    Applications must be submitted online at: Orange South Africa Trust Bursary 2027

  4. Submit before the closing date

    Usually closes around September. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

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About Orange South Africa

The Orange South Africa Trust is the social investment arm of Orange's South African business and funds skills for young people.

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