The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has officially launched its student accommodation portal for the 2025 academic year. Students can now apply for accommodation.
NSFAS provides comprehensive bursaries and student loans to deserving learners enrolled in approved courses at universities and TVET colleges. NSFAS funding covers tuition and registration fees, as well as several allowances for food, accommodation, and learning materials.
NSFAS-funded students can now apply for and secure accommodation through this system, which aims to provide safe, quality housing in partnership with accredited providers.
Applications for NSFAS accommodation opened on 6 January 2025 and will remain available until all NSFAS-accredited properties are fully booked. Students can apply for accommodation directly, while private providers can register their properties to be considered for housing NSFAS-funded students.
Both students and accommodation providers are encouraged to register on the platform. Students can apply for accommodation, while accommodation providers can have their properties considered to house NSFAS-funded students.
How To Apply For NSFAS Accommodation In 2025
Step 1: Log In
Visit the myNSFAS portal and log in using your student credentials.
Step 2: Search for Accommodation
Browse the list of approved student accommodations near your institution.
Step 3: Apply
Choose your preferred accommodation and complete the application form.
Step 4: Confirmation
Receive an email or SMS confirming your accommodation reservation.
Ensuring Suitable Student Accommodation
NSFAS warned that they will re-evaluate all properties to ensure they meet the minimum norms and standards for student housing.
NSFAS will still re-evaluate the accredited properties that were identified not to be meeting the Policy on the Minimum Norms and Standards for Student Housing. Should such properties be found not to be compliant, their accreditation certificates will be revoked.
