Association for Educational Transformation (ASSET) Bursary South Africa 2025

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The Association for Educational Transformation (ASSET) is a non-profit organization based in the Western Cape that provides to disadvantaged students who lack the funds to pursue their higher . The organization was founded in January 2003 and has been supporting students for over two decades.

ASSET’s bursary programme is designed to support students who are in need of financial assistance to pursue their studies. The programme is open to students who are studying towards a first undergraduate qualification (degree, diploma, or higher ) in any field of study within the Western Cape.

About the Bursary Programme

The ASSET bursary programme is designed to provide financial assistance to students who are in need of support to pursue their higher education. The programme is open to students who are studying towards a first undergraduate qualification (degree, diploma, or higher certificate) in any field of study within the Western Cape.

Fields Covered Value
Any field of study Within the Western Cape
First Undergraduate qualification (degree, diploma, or higher certificate) First-time and renewal applicants welcome
Full-time students Registered at one of the following institutions: University of Cape Town, University of the Western Cape, University of Stellenbosch, or Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Eligibility Requirements

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must reside within the Western Cape province
  • You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards a first undergraduate qualification (degree, diploma, or higher certificate)
  • You must meet the criteria for your selected field of study
  • You must be registered at one of the following institutions: University of Cape Town, University of the Western Cape, University of Stellenbosch, or Cape Peninsula University of Technology
  • You must pass the means test and fall within the “Missing Middle” (have a total monthly income of less than R18 000 for a family with 2 children – this can increase by R2000 per child for up to four children, with a combined income of between R350 000 and R600 000 per annum)
  • You must not have lost NSFAS funding due to poor performance exclusion
  • Preference will be given to students with the greatest financial need, provided they meet the merit criteria
  • Preference will be given to students from rural areas and/or informal settlements, whose social background has restricted their access to equal education
  • Preference will be given to students who have achieved University entrance, despite attending a school deemed to be “dysfunctional”
  • Preference will be given to students who have achieved above-average results, in subjects related to their course of study
  • Preference will be given to students who have an excellent attendance record and have been committed to the ASSET Learner Development Programme (Saturday School)

How to Apply

To apply for the ASSET bursary, you must download and complete the relevant application form. New applicants can download the ASSET Bursary Application Form (New Applicants) while renewal applicants can download the ASSET Bursary Application Form (Renewal).

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the ASSET Bursary. Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form:

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • 2024 mid-year results from your tertiary institution or high school (final results must be submitted as soon as they are available) (certified copy)
  • Full academic transcripts, if you are a 2nd/ 3rd/ final year student (certified copy)
  • Proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ pension advice if on pension/ proof of grant if receiving a social grant) (certified copy)
  • Motivational letter to support your application – write about yourself and your life goals
  • 1 contactable reference who knows you well (not your School Principal)

Applications must be submitted in one of the following ways:

  • Email: [email protected] (insert the words “ASSET Bursary Application 2025” in the email subject line)
  • Post or hand delivery:
    • Bursary Department
    • Association for Educational Transformation (ASSET)
    • 5 Long Street
    • Mowbray
    • 7700
    • Western Cape

The closing date for the ASSET bursary is 30 September 2024. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.

Tips for Success

When applying for the ASSET bursary, make sure to:

  • Meet the eligibility requirements carefully
  • Provide all the required supporting documentation
  • Write a strong motivational letter
  • Attach a copy of your ID document
  • Submit your application well before the closing date

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