Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen, aged 18-35
- Currently in Matric or completed Matric
- Studying or intending to study at a recognised public university
- STEM field of study (excluding Master's degrees)
- Priority given to orphaned/vulnerable youth, first-generation students, and low-income households
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Matric results or academic transcript
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a public university
- Proof of household circumstances (income, guardianship, or orphan status where applicable)
About Tomorrow Trust Sa Bursary
The Tomorrow Trust Bursary funds orphaned and vulnerable youth, first-generation university students, and students from low-income households pursuing STEM undergraduate or postgraduate study (excluding Master's degrees), run by Tomorrow Trust.
What sets this bursary apart is that the money is only part of the offer - recipients also get mentorship and coaching, psychosocial support, masterclasses, and career networking throughout their studies. Applicants who genuinely need that fuller support system, not just financial help, tend to be a stronger fit for the Trust's selection criteria than students who are only looking for tuition funding.
Funding Details
The bursary covers tuition fees, textbooks, equipment, accommodation, and living allowances, alongside mentorship and coaching, psychosocial support, masterclasses, career networking, and personal development support.
Where You Can Study
Any recognised public university in South Africa qualifies, provided your qualification is in a STEM field.
About Tomorrow Trust
Tomorrow Trust is a South African non-profit dedicated to supporting orphaned and vulnerable children, from early childhood through to tertiary education and into the workplace.The Trust funds STEM-focused bursaries spec…
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You must be a South African citizen aged 18 to 35, currently in Matric or having completed it, studying or intending to study at a recognised public university in South Africa. The bursary specifically prioritises orphaned and vulnerable youth, first-generation university students, and applicants from low-income households.
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 this bursary cover Master's study?
No, it covers undergraduate and other postgraduate STEM qualifications, but specifically excludes Master's degrees.
What makes this bursary different from a purely financial one?
Recipients get ongoing mentorship, psychosocial support, and career networking throughout their studies, not just tuition funding.
Do I need to be an orphan to qualify?
No, but the bursary specifically prioritises orphaned and vulnerable youth, first-generation university students, and low-income households, so applicants in those groups are more likely to be selected.
How do I apply?
Applications go through the Bursio online portal.
