My NSFAS status

University funding often causes a lot of stress and anxiety for students. The costs can be daunting especially if you need to cover accommodation fees too. University funding is often an integral part of the college application process. Students are often required to come up with an upfront registration fee before they are accepted into a course or program, which can be difficult if they do not have the necessary finances available at that time.

If you are keen to pursue tertiary studies next year and you're searching for funding, then you'll be pleased to know that NSFAS will soon start preparing for 2022 applications. Keep reading to find out more. 

Maybe you're in your late 20s or even your 30s and you decide that you want to get your first degree. However, there's an issue. You can't afford it. Well, if you meet the NSFAS requirements, you can get funded from them.

NSFAS-Funded students who qualify to receive allowances directly from NSFAS will receive cash funds in their NSFAS Wallets. If you have been wondering how you can check your balance in your NSFAS Wallet, keep reading to find out. 

If you're at a TVET College and you're looking for funding, NSFAS is currently holding 2021 walk-in applications. 

NSFAS is a financial aid scheme that provides financial assistance in the form of bursaries to eligible students to study at tertiary education institutions. They also provide students with allowances and here is how long students receive them.

Wondering if you can apply for a Funza Lushaka Bursary if you are earning next to nothing? What must I be earning in order for nsfas to cover me? Find out more below.

Needing to contact NSFAS directly? NSFAS is available to assist through the following contact information:

Matric 2020 results were released today and many students may be interested in receiving funding to further their studies. There was confusion as some course names and curricula have changed with old courses no longer being funded by NSFAS - some being in education and nursing - but the new courses will still be funded.

Once you’ve finished your NSFAS application, you’ll probably want to know if things are going right or wrong. We’re here to help you figure out how to track your application.

If you are interested in applying for NSFAS or currently funded by the bursary and you would like to know if they will pay for failed modules, then keep reading. 

Are you applying for the NSFAS bursary to study at a tertiary institution? Well here is how you can log into your myNSFAS account to complete your application and manage your important information.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) was established in 1991 and replaced the Tertiary Education Fund of South Africa (TEFSA) in 1999 with the gazetting of the NSFAS Act of 1999. NSFAS is fully supported by the Department of Education and training. The main aim of NSFAS is to provide financial support to eligible students to help pay for the cost of their tertiary education at any TVET college or University.

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme, better known as NSFAS, offers bursaries to South African students who plan to study at public universities and TVET colleges. Continue reading to find out if they fund online studies. 

NSFAS offers bursaries to South African students which cover funding for registration, tuition and provides monthly allowances. So do they fund private colleges and institutions? Keep reading to find out. 

NSFAS offers bursaries to South African students which cover funding for registration, tuition and provides monthly allowances. So do they fund students at TVET Colleges? Keep reading to find out. 

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme, better known as NSFAS, offers bursaries to South African students who plan to study at public universities and TVET colleges. Continue reading to find out if they fund students who have jobs. 

NSFAS offers a bursary to University and TVET college students who are in need of funds and cannot afford to pay for their fees. Continue reading to find out if NSFAS funds those who receive SASSA grants. 

A new board and CEO have been appointed to handle the administration of NSFAS in the new year. The financial aid scheme has been under the administration of Dr Randall Carolissen and his team for two years. 

When applying to tertiary institutions, there is always a concern about how you will pay the tuition. This is when you may come across NSFAS. To find out whether it is a bursary or loan, keep on reading...