Standard Bank Group invites academically strong and financially needy South African students—both undergraduate (from 2nd year) and postgraduate (up to Master’s)—to apply for its 2026 bursary programme, offering full-cost funding in key fields along with mentoring, psychometric assessments, and career support.

About the Bursary Provider

Standard Bank Group is one of Africa’s leading financial institutions, committed to shaping future leaders through its bursary programme. It provides academic, financial, and psychosocial support for students, promoting excellence and development across the continent.

Fields Covered

The bursary supports full-time undergraduate (2nd year onward) and postgraduate (up to Master’s level) study in:

  • Accounting, Actuarial Science, Analytics, Commerce, Economics, Finance
  • Computer & Data Science, Information Technology
  • Engineering (all major disciplines)
  • Investments, Mathematics, Statistics
  • Behavioural Economics fields (e.g., Psychology, Neuroscience, Sociology)

Expenses Covered

This is a full-cost bursary including:

  • Tuition and registration fees
  • Accommodation (residence or capped private)
  • Monthly living stipend
  • Prescribed textbooks and study materials
  • A laptop computer
  • Medical aid
  • Transport allowance (up to 4 trips home per year)
  • Mentoring and psychological support services

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be South African citizens
  • Have achieved ≥ 65% average in latest exams (e.g., June/mid-year results)
  • Be registered or planning to register full-time in a qualifying undergraduate (2nd year onward) or postgraduate (up to Master’s) programme at a public SA university
  • Demonstrate financial need
  • Participate in psychometric evaluation and interview if shortlisted

How to Apply

Applications open on 1 May and close on 30 September 2025 via the StudyTrust portal:

  • Create an account or log in to StudyTrust
  • Complete the Standard Bank Group bursary application
  • Upload certified copies of: SA ID, latest academic results (Matric/tertiary), proof of registration/admission, household income documentation
  • Indicate “www.bursaryforms.co.za” when asked how you heard about the bursary.

Obligation

Recipients are typically expected to work for Standard Bank after graduation if offered employment—ensuring mutual benefit.

Closing Date

30 September 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Contact the Bursary Provider

StudyTrust (administering Standard Bank Group bursary)
Tel: 011 403 1632
Email: apply@studytrust.org.za
Website: studytrust.org.za/standardbank/

1. Who is eligible?
SA citizens in 2nd, 3rd, final undergraduate years or postgraduate (up to Master’s), with ≥65% average and financial need.
2. Which fields are covered?
Accounting, Actuarial Science, Analytics, Commerce, Economics, Finance, IT, Engineering, Maths, Statistics, Behavioural Economics and related disciplines.
3. What expenses are covered?
Tuition, accommodation, textbooks, laptop, medical aid, transport allowance, stipend, and mentoring/psychological support.
4. Is there a service obligation?
Yes—graduates are expected to work for Standard Bank if offered employment upon completing their studies.
5. How do I apply?
Apply online (1 May–30 Sept 2025) via StudyTrust; upload certified documents and mention “www.bursaryforms.co.za”.
6. Are there assessments?
Yes—shortlisted candidates complete psychometric tests and interviews.
7. What’s the closing date?
30 September 2025. Late/incomplete applications will not be accepted.
8. Can I apply as a postgraduate student?
Yes—funding is available up to Master’s level for eligible fields.
9. What documents are needed?
Certified SA ID, academic transcripts (Matric and/or tertiary), acceptance/registration proof, household income records.
10. Who can I contact?
Contact StudyTrust at 011 403 1632 or apply@studytrust.org.za.