FEMEF Mike Ilsley Memorial Scholarship

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying towards an undergraduate SAICA accredited-degree
• Be in your 1st or 2nd year of study
• Have achieved a minimum result of 70% for Financial Accounting in 2024
• Have achieved a minimum overall of 70% in 2024
• Be studying at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa
• Intend on pursuing a career in Chartered Accounting (CA (SA))
• Have a gross household income of NOT more than R25 000 per month
• Demonstrate excellent academic ability
• Be involved in community service
• Demonstrate strong leadership skills
• Have strong values
• Be responsible

Documents you will need

• Identity Document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Full academic records/ transcripts, including recent results (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of registration for 2026 (on institutions letterhead)
• Letter of confirmation of your good conduct from your academic institute (i.e. Lecturer, tutor, etc.)
• Short motivational letter to support your applications (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Parents or guardians Identity Documents (certified copy)
• Parents death certificates, if deceased (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians proof of all household income (not older than 3 months) (certified copy):
• Details of any other bursaries/scholarships or financial aid you have applied for (including NSFAS)

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
   FEMEF Mike Ilsley Memorial Scholarship Application 2026

   Applications must be submitted online at: FEMEF Mike Ilsley Memorial Scholarship Application 2026

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around August. 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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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 066 483 1793

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About FEMEF Mike Ilsley Memorial

The MAD Leadership Foundation offers scholarships and mentorship to academically gifted South African students.