Standard Bank Group Bursary: Empowering the Next Generation of African Talent
At Standard Bank, we believe that nothing should stand in the way of achieving your dreams. We are passionate about providing young people with the opportunity to thrive and succeed academically.
The Standard Bank Group Bursary is designed to offer financial support for students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, helping them turn their ambitions into reality. This initiative is one of the many ways we’re driving academic excellence across the continent, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to become part of Africa’s next generation of leaders and innovators.
Bursary Benefits
The Standard Bank Group Bursary provides comprehensive financial assistance, including:
- Full tuition costs
- Textbooks
- Accommodation
- Medical aid
- Living allowance
- Laptop
- Mentoring and psychological support
Who Can Qualify?
The bursary is open to students in their first, second, third, or final year of undergraduate studies, as well as postgraduate students up to Master’s level. To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Achieve an average of 65% or above in the latest exams (mid-year/June)
- Be registered for full-time undergraduate or postgraduate studies
- Meet the university’s admission requirements if applying for a postgraduate bursary
The bursary is available to students excelling in fields such as:
- Accounting
- Actuarial Science
- Analytics
- Commerce
- Computer and Data Science
- Economics
- Engineering
- Finance
- Information Technology
- Investments
- Mathematics
- Statistics
Applicants who progress through the initial screening will participate in a formal assessment process, including psychometric evaluations and interviews. Financial need is considered during the application process.
How to Apply
Applications for the 2025 Standard Bank Group Bursary open on 1 May 2024 and close on 30 September 2024.
To Apply:
Click here to access the Study Trust Standard Bank Group Bursary Fund
For Enquiries:
Contact Susan Dube at susan.dube@standardbank.co.za.
Visit www.studytrust.org.za for more information.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make your academic dreams a reality with the support of the Standard Bank Group Bursary!