South African Statistical Association (SASA) Bursary

Who can apply

• Be studying towards a Statistics or Mathematical Statistics qualification
• Be currently in your 2nd or 3rd year of study in 2024
• Be entering 3rd year or Honours studies in 2025
• Be studying at a recognised South African university
• Be a SASA member or must apply for SASA membership (apply here for FREE student membership)

Documents you will need

• ID document/ passport (certified copy)
• Full academic record (certified copy)
• Motivational letter based on your financial need (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Proof of parents or guardians household income
• Proof of any existing student loan balance, 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
   • SASA Bursary Application 2025
   • SASA Bursary Application 2025 (option 2)

   Applications must be submitted online at: 3rd year studies: SASA Bursary Application 2025 Honour studies: SASA Bursary Application 2025

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around January. 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]

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

About South African Statistical Association (SASA)

The South African Statistical Association (SASA), founded in 1953, is the professional body for statisticians and data scientists.