HOW TO APPLY UNISA BURSARY

 HOW TO APPLY UNISA BURSARY


 To apply for a UNISA bursary, you typically need to apply online through the UNISA student portal. You'll need to ensure you are temporarily registered by a specified date (like January 31st) to activate your registration if successful. Reapply annually if you're a returning bursary recipient. For postgraduate bursaries, your supervisor may need to support your application. 

We would like to announce the 2026 UNISA Postgraduate Bursary Application open 1 October 2025 to 31 December 2025The core purpose is to provide financial support to postgraduate students through a student-centred platform and assist the university in attracting and supporting postgraduate students in delivering quality research outputs.

Important Notices:

The 2025 Q&A session where you will learn more about the Unisa PG Diploma and Honours Bursary application, awarding and refunds process.

Date: Wednesday, 09 October 2025
Time: 10am (CAT)
Link: Microsoft Team, 2026 Honours Bursaries Q&A Session

The 2025 Q&A session where you will learn more about the Unisa Masters and Doctoral Bursary application, awarding and refunds process.

Date: Friday, 11 October 2025
Time: 10am (CAT)
Direct Link: Microsoft Teams, 2026 Masters & Doctoral Bursaries Q&A Session

To all 2024 Approved & Awarded students:

  • Kindly note that the processing of refunds and allowance is still in progress, please ensure that all the required documents have been submitted.
  • It is important to note that no student’s account will be settled, and no bursary refunds/allowances will be processed until the Bursary contracts have been submitted/received and processed.

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Key Steps for Applying:
  1. Check Eligibility: Carefully review the eligibility criteria for the specific bursary you're interested in. 
  2. Apply Online: Submit your application through the UNISA student portal. 
  3. Temporary Registration: Ensure you are temporarily registered by the specified date (e.g., January 31st). 
  4. Reapply Annually: If you are a returning bursary recipient, reapply each academic year. 
  5. Supervisor Support: For postgraduate bursaries, your supervisor might need to support your application on the M&D activities platform, as noted in the UNISA 2025 Postgraduate Bursary Application. 
  6. Application Outcome: The outcome of your application will be communicated via your UNISA mylife email. 
  7. Appeals: If your application is rejected, you may have a limited time to appeal, especially if the rejection is due to status contradictions. 
Additional Information:
  • UNISA offers various bursaries, including merit-based bursaries and bursaries for specific fields like teaching and education. 
  • You can also explore external bursaries, as UNISA encourages students to apply for multiple funding options. 
  • NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) is another potential funding source for students. 

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