Tomorrow Trust Bursary Programme 2025

Tomorrow Trust invites South African students to apply for its Bursary Programme for the 2025 academic year. This comprehensive bursary program is designed to support both undergraduate and postgraduate students at public universities in South Africa, providing financial assistance and additional benefits to ensure academic success and personal growth.

Closing Date: 30 September 2024

Bursary Details

Expenses Covered & Benefits:

• Full Coverage: University tuition fees, textbooks, equipment, accommodation, meals, transport, and a living allowance.
• Additional Benefits:
  • One-on-one monthly psychosocial support focusing on mental well-being.
  • Academic coaching and career guidance.
  • Monthly specialized holistic workshops on essential skills for personal and professional growth.
  • Networking opportunities and work readiness experiences.
  • Volunteering opportunities with Grades R – 12 at Tomorrow Trust.
  • Access to a diverse community with learning and growth opportunities.
  • Lifetime alumni membership upon graduation.

Eligibility Requirements

Undergraduate Students:

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Age: Between 18 and 30 years old.
• Currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
• Intending to study full-time towards an Undergraduate Degree in ANY field in 2025.
• Enrolled or intending to enroll in a public university in South Africa.
• Minimum overall average of 60% in recent exams (mid-year or June).
• Must meet the entrance requirements for your course.
• Household income of LESS than R650 000 per annum.

Postgraduate Students:

• Must be a South African citizen.
• Age: Between 18 and 35 years old.
• Must have completed Matric.
• Either:
  • In the final year of full-time study towards an Undergraduate degree and intending to pursue a Postgraduate degree in 2025, OR
  • A first-time applicant for a Postgraduate degree, OR
  • In the 3rd year of a 4-year Honours-level degree in 2024.
• Studying at a public university in South Africa.
• Minimum overall average of 60% for your Undergraduate degree.
• Minimum result of 60% for Mathematics in Matric.
• Must meet the entrance requirements for your course.
• Household income of LESS than R600 000 per annum.
• Preference given to students defined by the BBBEE Act.

How to Apply

Required Documentation:

• Certified copy of your ID document.
• Head and shoulders photograph.
• Grade 11 Final Report and Matric June Report, if currently in Matric (with school stamp).
• Certified copy of Matric Certificate, if completed Matric.
• Full Academic Record, including the most recent results (June 2024 examination results or progress report).
• Provisional Acceptance Letter from a university, if currently in Matric.
• Parents or Guardians Proof of Income: Latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of SASSA grant or pension if applicable, death certificates or affidavit if deceased (combined into one single PDF document).
• Reference Letter from a teacher, lecturer, mentor, or tutor.

About Tomorrow Trust: Tomorrow Trust is a South African non-profit organization dedicated to supporting orphaned and vulnerable children, providing them with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed academically and beyond.