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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen from a disadvantaged background
- Studying, or planning to study, full-time in 2027 toward a commerce-related Bachelor's or Honours degree
- At a DHET/CHE registered institution
- Matric applicants: 75% average
- Current tertiary students: at least 70% average
- Strong academic record, leadership potential, and good character
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of your South African ID document
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate or latest results
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of registration
- University fee statement
- Acceptance letter, where applicable
About Coronation Fund Managers Bursary Programme
Coronation Fund Managers funds the Exceptional Student Bursary for South African commerce students, pairing financial support with trained tutors and a Coronation mentor throughout your studies. Founded in Cape Town in 1993, Coronation is one of South Africa's largest independent asset managers, handling retirement savings and investments for institutions and individuals worth hundreds of billions of rand.
Because Coronation built its reputation on long-term, research-driven investing rather than short-term trading, the firm looks for exceptional students who show the same kind of independent thinking and strong character it values in its investment teams - not just strong marks.
Funding Details
Beyond financial support, recipients get trained tutors and are matched with a Coronation mentor throughout their studies. After graduating, bursars are required to enter into a work-back commitment contract with the firm.
Where You Can Study
You need to study at a DHET/CHE registered institution, at Bachelor's or Honours level only. TVET colleges, private colleges, graduate/business schools, international universities, and distance-learning routes like UNISA are all excluded from this bursary.
About Coronation Fund Managers
Coronation Fund Managers is one of South Africa's largest independent asset managers, founded in Cape Town in 1993 and listed on the JSE. The firm manages retirement savings, medical scheme reserves, and other pooled and…
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You need to be a South African citizen from a disadvantaged background, studying or planning to study full-time in 2027 toward a commerce-related Bachelor's or Honours degree at a DHET/CHE registered institution. Matric applicants need an average of 75%, while current tertiary students need at least 70%.
The bursary excludes TVET colleges, community colleges, private colleges, graduate or business schools, international universities, and distance-learning programmes, so confirm your institution and study mode qualify before applying.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary actually close?
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, at 12:00 midday - earlier than some third-party listings suggest, so don't leave your application to the last minute.
What Matric average do I need?
75%.
What if I'm already at university?
You need at least a 70% average.
Which institutions qualify?
DHET/CHE registered institutions offering Bachelor's or Honours-level commerce degrees only - TVET colleges, private colleges, and distance-learning routes like UNISA are excluded.
What support does the bursary include beyond funding?
Trained tutors and a personal Coronation mentor throughout your studies.
Is there a work-back obligation?
Yes - graduates are required to enter into a work-back commitment contract with Coronation.
How do I apply?
Online, with your transcripts, proof of registration, university fee statement, and acceptance letter where applicable.
What does Coronation do as a company?
It's one of South Africa's largest independent asset managers, handling retirement savings and investments since 1993.
