The Standard Bank Group Bursary Programme 2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious bursary is designed to support academically deserving South African students by covering their educational costs and nurturing the next generation of African talent and leadership. If you’re a high-achieving student aiming for academic excellence, don’t miss this opportunity to benefit from one of South Africa’s most comprehensive bursary programmes.
What Does The Standard Bank Group Bursary Cover?
- Full tuition costs
- Textbooks
- Accommodation
- Medical aid
- Living allowance
- Laptop
- Mentoring and psychological support.
Who Can Qualify For The Standard Bank Group Bursary?
The Standard Bank Group Bursary is available if you require funding for your first, second, third and final year of undergraduate studies – as well as if you want to pursue your postgraduate studies up to Master’s level.
To apply, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Have achieved an average of 65% and above in the latest examinations (mid-year / June)
- Be registered for full time undergraduate or postgraduate studies
- Meet the admission requirements of your university if applying for a post-graduate bursary.
To qualify, you should be well-rounded academically, with strong performance in any of the following fields:
- Accounting
- Actuarial science
- Analytics
- Commerce
- Computer and data science
- Economics
- Engineering
- Finance
- Information technology
- Investments
- Mathematics
- Statistics.
If you get through the first stage of application, we’ll invite you to participate in a formal assessment process, including (but not limited to) psychometric evaluation and an interview. Financial need is considered in applications.
How To Apply For The Standard Bank Group Bursary?
- Click here to access the Study Trust Standard Bank Group Bursary Fund
- 2026 bursary application season: Opens 1 May 2025 to 30 September 2025
- Enquiries may be sent through to [email protected]
- Visit www.studytrust.org.za for more information.
