Here are the steps you can follow to apply for the StudyTrust bursary:
- Check Eligibility: Review the eligibility criteria for the StudyTrust bursary to ensure you meet all the requirements.
- Gather Required Documents: Gather all the necessary documents needed for the application, which include:
- South African ID (certified)
- A full academic record including the latest available results (June 2023 examination results or progress report)
- Official Matric/NSC results if you have completed Grade 12 or final Grade 11 results and June 2023 report card for current Gr 12s.
- Proof of address if you are applying for a bursary sponsored by a renewable energy plant or trust. Only applicants living within a 50 km radius of a solar or wind farm are eligible for these bursaries.
- Proof of income: The combined annual household income will be a critical consideration in the selection process. It is essential that proof of income for both parents (if applicable) be uploaded. This could be:
- Salary or wage slips of the parent(s) or guardian(s)
- An affidavit from the parent(s) or guardian(s) stating that they are unemployed or self-employed. If they are self-employed, the affidavit must state their annual income.
- Most recent audited financial statement or three month’s most recent bank statements if the parent(s) or guardian(s) own a business
- SASSA letter stating the grants received in the household where applicable
- Death certificate(s) if parent(s) are deceased
- Letter from the court stating child support amounts if parents are divorced or an affidavit from the parent stating the child support amount received if parents are separated
- A clear head and shoulders picture.
- Complete the Application: Visit the StudyTrust website at https://studytrust.org.za/bursary-applications/. Scroll down, locate and click the ‘Apply Now’ button. Then follow the prompts to complete the online application form correctly.
- Attach Supporting Documents: Attach all the necessary supporting documents to your application.
- Submit the Application: Submit your completed application form along with the supporting documents before the specified deadline.
- Wait for a Response: After submitting your application, you will need to wait for a response regarding the status of your application.
For more information on the Multichoice bursary application dates and requirements, you can consult the official StudyTrust website or contact their representatives directly.