Standard Bank Group invites deserving South African students to apply for its comprehensive bursary programme for the 2026 academic year. The bursary aims to support academic excellence and foster future African talent and leadership.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 30 September 2025
Location: South Africa (public universities)
Fields of Study Funded:
- Agriculture
- Commerce
- Engineering
- Mathematics & Statistics
- Science (Actuarial, Analytics, Business, Computer, Data, Information)
- Technology (Financial, Information)
- Behavioural Economics (Economics, Behavioural Finance, Sociology, Psychology, Neuroscience)
Undergraduate Bursary Requirements:
- Currently completing 1st year, applying for 2nd year onwards
- Average of 65% and above in the latest exams
- Registered for full-time studies at a public SA institution
- Financial need considered
- Must complete psychometric tests and interviews
Postgraduate Bursary Requirements:
- Studying towards postgraduate (up to Master’s) qualifications in the above fields
- Minimum 65% average
- Enrolled full-time at a public SA institution
- Financial need considered
- Subject to psychometric testing and interview
What the Bursary Covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation in residence or private lodging (within set limits)
- Meals
- Books & study materials
- Laptop
- Monthly stipend
- Transport to and from university (4 times per year)
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the Standard Bank Group Bursary Programme 2026
Required Documents (Upload in Application Portal):
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Grade 12 certificate and all tertiary academic results
- Proof of combined household income
Note: Applications are open from 1 May to 30 September 2025
If selected and offered employment upon graduation, bursary recipients will be expected to work at Standard Bank.