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The National Student Finance Scheme (Nsfas) opened their applications for Nsfas bursaries to help students pursuing all forms of higher education, on 28 September. The bursary is highly sought-after and often requires lots of time to complete and multiple documents. A guide on how to apply could be a great help, especially for those who have never applied before.

Learn how to apply for nsfas funding, get an insight into the nsfas 2023 curriculum, and apply for nsfas funding online with myNsfa

Here’s how to apply:

1. Create a myNsfas account
   • If you have an existing myNsfas account, click on ‘login’ when going to myNsfas and complete your information
   • If you don’t have a myNsfas account, click on ‘Create account’
2. Log into your myNsfas account
3. Click on ‘Apply’
4. Answer the questions on the screen
5. Upload the required supporting documents
6. Click on ‘Submit’
7. You will then receive an application reference number

Nsfas Applicants can now pause their application at any stage, and continue at a later stage without having to start from scratch!

Applications for Nsfas bursaries can also be submitted through the Nsfas mobile App, USSD line and WhatsApp. Applicants will be able to apply for Nsfas funding, track the application status and cancel applications.

NSFAS provides funding for students studying at one of South Africa’s public Universities and TVET Colleges who come from poor and working class backgrounds. You can only apply to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) if you have a valid NSFAS reference number.

The Nsfas bursary covers more than just your tuition fees with allowances given for transport, accommodation and other student needs.