Key Facts
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- Field of Study
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen, previously disadvantaged individual (PDI)
- Admitted to a public higher education institution
- Combined family income R350,000-R600,000 a year
- Grade 12 applicants: 75%+ in Mathematics and Physical Science
- Field: Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or Accounting/Finance (any field if you have a disability)
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Matric results or academic transcript
- Proof of admission to a public institution
- Proof of combined family income
- Disability documentation, if applying under that exception
About Sage Bursary
The Sage Bursary, run by Sage through StudyTrust, funds Computer Science, Engineering, IT, and Accounting/Finance students from South Africa's "missing middle" income band, with a broader exception for students with disabilities.
That disability exception matters more than it might first appear: if you have a disability, you can apply in any field of study and at postgraduate level, both of which are otherwise off-limits under this bursary - don't assume the standard field and income rules apply to you if this exception fits your circumstances.
Funding Details
The bursary covers tuition, residence or private accommodation, and stationery and books, with costs capped and applied to both current fees and historical study debt.
Where You Can Study
Any South African public higher education institution qualifies, provided your qualification matches Sage's supported fields (or you qualify under the disability exception).
About Sage
Sage is a global leader in accounting, payroll, and business management software, with a significant South African operation. Its External Bursary Programme funds students through the bursary administrator StudyTrust.Sag…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You must be a South African citizen who qualifies as a previously disadvantaged individual (PDI), admitted to a public higher education institution, with combined family income between R350,000 and R600,000 a year. Current Grade 12 learners need at least 75% for Mathematics and Physical Science. Students with disabilities may apply across all fields, including postgraduate study, without the standard field restriction.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the bursary cover historical study debt?
Yes, the bursary's cost coverage can be applied to both current fees and historical debt, not just new charges.
What if I have a disability?
You may apply across all fields of study, including postgraduate programmes, without the standard field restriction that otherwise applies.
What Matric marks do I need?
At least 75% for both Mathematics and Physical Science, if you are a current Grade 12 learner.
What is the income requirement?
Combined family income between R350,000 and R600,000 a year.
