If you completed Matric or are in your final year of undergraduate studies, and you’re entering or finishing your degree in 2025, the Portia M Foundation Bursary offered partial tuition support across any field. The 2025 round closed on 31 January 2025. At BursaryForms, we are your guide to success!

About the Portia M Foundation

Portia M is a South African skincare & cosmetics brand with a growing product range, sold in many retail outlets. The Portia M Foundation is its philanthropic arm, aiming to help students by funding part of their tuition fees so financial burdens are eased for those qualifying.

Fields Covered by the Portia M Foundation Bursary

This bursary supports studies in:

  • Any undergraduate field of study at a recognised South African tertiary institution.

Expenses Covered by the Portia M Foundation Bursary

The bursary covers essentials such as:

  • A portion of tuition fees.

It does not cover:

  • Accommodation
  • Book allowance
  • Food allowance
  • Other non-tuition costs

Eligibility Requirements for the Portia M Foundation Bursary

You needed to meet all of these (2025):

  • South African citizen.
  • Completed Matric with at least Level 5 in relevant subjects (for first-year applicants).
  • Or be a final-year undergraduate, awaiting graduation, with a minimum overall average of 65%.
  • Accepted at, or intending to register at, a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa.
  • Not be receiving funding from another bursary scheme or NSFAS.
  • Provide required documents depending on your student status (first-year or final-year), e.g. certified ID, matric certificate, acceptance letter, academic record, proof of registration, student account statement.

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  • Make sure your academic transcript or latest results are certified and clear.
  • Get proof of your registration or acceptance letter early.
  • Ensure no overlapping funding (e.g. you’re not on NSFAS).
  • Submit all required documents in good format (under size limits) to avoid disqualification.

This page was updated on October 7, 2025 to provide the most current bursary information.

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How to Apply for the Portia M Foundation Bursary

To apply in 2025, you had to:

  • Use the online application portal via the Portia M Foundation website.
  • Upload supporting documents (certified ID, Matric or latest academic record, proof of acceptance or registration, student course statement, etc.) as required.
  • Ensure each uploaded file is under 4MB.

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Closing Date for the Portia M Foundation Bursary

31 January 2025

This deadline has passed — applications submitted after that date were not considered.

Contact the Portia M Foundation

Got questions? Reach out to:

Portia M Foundation
Tel: +27 12 646 1177
Email: info@portiamfoundation.com
Address: Icon Industrial Park, 298 Barolong Street, Sunderland Ridge, Centurion

Frequently Asked Questions

Click each question to see its answer about the Portia M Foundation Bursary.

Who was eligible to apply?+
First-year undergraduates or final-year undergraduates in 2025 with required Matric results, or current academic record, accepted into a recognised South African tertiary institution, and not receiving other bursaries/NSFAS.
Could final-year students apply?+
Yes. Final-year undergraduate students awaiting graduation with a ≥65% average were eligible.
Did the bursary cover all study-related expenses?+
No. It only covered part of tuition fees. It excluded accommodation, books, food, and other non-tuition costs.
Could I apply if I was receiving NSFAS?+
No. Applicants receiving NSFAS or other bursary funding were not eligible.
Is the field of study restricted?+
No. Any field of study was eligible.
What academic results were required?+
For Matriculants: at least Level 5 in relevant subjects; for final-year undergraduates: minimum average of 65%.
What documents were needed?+
Certified ID, Matric certificate (or latest results), proof of acceptance or registration, student account statement, proof of academic record / transcripts, etc.
When was the closing date?+
31 January 2025 — applications submitted after this date were not accepted.
How will I be notified if shortlisted?+
Shortlisted applicants were to be contacted by 15 February 2025.
Who to contact for more information?+
Portia M Foundation — Tel: 012 646 1177; Email: info@portiamfoundation.com.

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