Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen, aged 18-34
- From a previously disadvantaged group (Black, Coloured, or Indian)
- Unemployed, with demonstrated financial need
- Minimum 70% Matric average (first-time applicants) or 65% (current university students)
- Positive attitude and commitment to community upliftment
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Matric results or academic transcript
- Proof of unemployment
- Proof of household income
About Tiso Foundation Bursary
The Tiso Foundation Bursary, run by the Tiso Foundation, funds full undergraduate degrees and national diplomas for South African citizens aged 18 to 34 from previously disadvantaged groups.
Expect more than just funding: the Foundation pairs financial support with mentorship, life skills development, and career networking specifically aimed at your transition into employment, not just getting you through your degree.
Funding Details
The bursary provides full financial support for your undergraduate degree or national diploma, alongside mentorship, life skills development, and career networking.
Where You Can Study
Any accredited South African institution offering an undergraduate degree or national diploma qualifies.
About Tiso Foundation
The Tiso Foundation is a South African non-profit organisation and registered Public Benefit Organisation, established in 2001, that provides full-cost bursaries to academically deserving students from disadvantaged back…
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- 011 784 4111
- applications@tiso.co.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You must be a South African citizen aged 18 to 34, from a previously disadvantaged group (Black, Coloured, or Indian), unemployed, and demonstrate genuine financial need. First-time applicants need a minimum 70% Matric average; applicants already at university need a minimum 65% average. Show a positive attitude, dedication to your studies, and commitment to community upliftment.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an age limit?
Yes, applicants must be between 18 and 34 years old.
What academic average do I need?
70% if you're a first-time applicant straight from Matric, or 65% if you're already enrolled at university.
Does the bursary include more than funding?
Yes - recipients also get mentorship, life skills development, and career networking to support their transition into employment.
Can employed applicants apply?
No, applicants must be unemployed with demonstrated financial need.
