Sanlam Bursary

Offered by Sanlam

Closed Usually closes around June

The Sanlam Bursary supports matriculants and first- to third-year actuarial science students with strong academic results, with vacation work.

Who can apply

  • You may be a South African citizen
  • Be currently in Matric (in 2026) and intend on studying full-time towards an Actuarial Science qualification in 2027 OR you must be a studying full-time towards an Actuarial Science qualification (in your 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of study)
  • Current undergraduate students: you must demonstrate academic ability and a will to succeed
  • Current Matric students: you must have achieved a minimum result of 90% for Mathematics and an overall average A symbol (final Matric results may be used as determining factor)
  • Current Matric students: you must have excellent Mathematical skills, be able to solve difficult problems and be committed to remaining focused and disciplined throughout your studies and training

What the bursary covers

  • Vacation work at the company may be required during university holidays.

What a work-back bursary means

Documents you will need

  • ID document (copy only)
  • Full academic transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
  • Proof of registration and/or Fee Statement (on institutions letterhead)
  • Matric certificate (copy only)
  • Motivational letter to support your application (see further details on the application page)
  • Grade 11 final results (copy only)
  • Matric mid-year results (copy only)
  • NBT results, if available (copy only)
  • Motivational letter to support your application (see further details on the application page)

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
    Sanlam Bursary Application 2027

    Applications must be submitted online at: Sanlam Bursary Application 2027

  4. Submit before the closing date

    Usually closes around June. 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 Sanlam

Sanlam, founded in 1918, is one of Africa's largest financial services groups, covering insurance and investments.

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