Undergraduate Psychology Funding

Explore bursaries, scholarships and funding opportunities available to undergraduate psychology students in South Africa.

The funding opportunities listed below are provided for informational purposes. Eligibility requirements and application dates are determined by each funding provider and may change. Please visit the provider's official website to confirm eligibility and application dates.

National Student Financial Aid Scheme(NSFAS)

Bursary/Concessional student loan

Financial assistance for eligible students studying at participating public higher education institutions, subject to NSFAS eligibility requirements.

Opening: Not yet announced

Closing: Not yet announced

Funding year: 2027

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Standard Bank Group Bursary

Bursary

The Standard Bank Group Bursary supports eligible students pursuing qualifying studies. The 2027 bursary application is administered through StudyTrust.

Opening:1 June 2026

Closing:30 September 2026

Funding year:2027

Application platform:StudyTrust

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FirstRand Empowerment Foundation Bursary(FREF)

Scholarship

Undergraduate financial support for eligible students beginning their first degree, subject to the Foundation's requirements.

Opening:1 June 2026

Closing:30 September 2026

Funding year:2027

Application platform:StudyTrust

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SEDISA Trust

Bursary

Funding is available to female applicants who meet SEDISA Trust's eligibility criteria.

Opening:Oficially Open

Closing:30 September 2026

Funding year:2027

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Ninety One Changeblazer Bursary

Bursary

The Ninety One Changeblazer Bursary provides funding for eligible undergraduate students who meet the bursary's requirements.

Opening:28 May 2026

Closing:31 August 2026

Funding year:2027

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Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme (ISFAP)

Bursary

Funding is available to applicants who meet ISFAP's eligibility criteria.

Opening:Oficially Open

Closing:31 October 2026

Funding year:2027

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