Looking for study funding can feel overwhelming. There are bursaries, scholarships, learnerships, student loans, government funding routes and corporate opportunities, each with its own rules, deadlines and documents.
This Scholarship and Bursary Finder helps you search smarter. Answer a few questions about your field, study level and funding need, then explore funding routes that may match your profile. You can also search the full directory by field, level, province, funding type and verification status.
This tool is a guide, not a funding decision. Always check the official provider page before applying.
Find Funding Routes That Fit Your Study Goals
Not every bursary is meant for every student. Some are linked to scarce skills, some are based on financial need, some reward strong academic performance, and others support specific fields such as teaching, accounting, engineering, law, health sciences, IT or agriculture.
Use the finder to narrow your search by:
- Field of study
- Study level
- Funding type
- Applicant profile
- Province or scope
- Verification status
The goal is simple: to help you spend less time searching randomly and more time preparing strong applications.
What Types of Funding Can Students Explore?
There are several funding routes available to South African students. The right one depends on what you want to study, where you want to study, your financial situation and the requirements set by each provider.
Public Funding
This includes national or government-linked funding routes, such as financial aid, department bursaries, SETA-related funding and municipal bursaries.
Corporate Bursaries
Many companies support students in fields linked to their industry, such as accounting, finance, engineering, IT, mining, retail, agriculture and law.
Scholarships
Scholarships are often based on academic merit, leadership potential, postgraduate study, research focus or international study opportunities.
Learnership and Skills Funding
These routes are useful for students and working adults who want workplace-based training, occupational qualifications or career-specific skills.
Student Finance
Loans and payment-support options may help students who do not qualify for bursaries or need additional support.
How to Use This Bursary Finder
Start by choosing your field of interest and study level. Then select the type of funding you are looking for, such as a bursary, scholarship, learnership or student finance route.
Once your results appear, look at the verification status carefully.
Official Verified
Start here where possible. These entries are linked to official provider or application pages, but you must still check the current deadline and requirements.
Directory Sourced
These entries are useful for discovering more opportunities, but the official provider page should be checked before applying.
Needs Manual Check
These may be recurring or older opportunities. Confirm the provider, closing date and application link before sharing or applying.
Documents You May Need for a Bursary Application
Most bursary applications ask for similar documents, although each provider may have its own requirements. It helps to prepare these early.
Common documents include:
- Certified ID copy
- Latest school results or academic record
- Matric certificate, where applicable
- Proof of household income
- Proof of residence
- Proof of application or acceptance
- Motivation letter
- CV, where required
- Parent or guardian documents, where required
- Academic transcript for postgraduate funding
Having these ready can make it easier to apply before closing dates.
Regenesys Funding and Payment Options
Finding a bursary is one route, but it is not the only way to make studying possible. Regenesys also offers access to flexible funding and payment support options that can help students manage the cost of their studies.
Regenesys lists options such as FlexiPay, Student Hero, Fundi, Capitec Education Finance and Nedbank Education Loan on its official financial assistance page. Financial assistance is subject to availability and eligibility criteria.
FlexiPay
FlexiPay is a Regenesys flexible payment option designed to help students manage tuition fees in a way that may be more practical for their budget.
Student Hero
Student Hero helps students learn about, apply for and compare student finance offers from major South African student finance providers through one platform.
Fundi
Fundi offers education finance solutions that may support tuition, devices, accommodation, data, airtime and eBooks, depending on approval and the product selected.
Capitec Education Finance
Capitec Education Finance is a monthly payment option that may help students pay off study fees over an extended term, subject to Capitec’s requirements.
Apply through Capitec Education Finance
Nedbank Education Loan
Nedbank Education Loan may help students manage study costs through flexible monthly payments, subject to Nedbank’s approval process.
Apply through Nedbank Education Loan
EdForAll: Study Now, Pay Later
EdForAll is a study access route connected to the Regenesys ecosystem. It promotes access to higher education from R990 per month through a Study Now | Pay Later model.
Which Option Should You Explore?
If you are looking for external funding, start with the bursary finder above. If you need flexible ways to pay for your studies, explore the Regenesys funding and payment options as well.
The best approach is to compare more than one route. A bursary may not always be available, but flexible payment options, student finance or Study Now | Pay Later models may still help you move forward.
Explore Regenesys Funding Options
How to Apply Safely
Bursary scams do exist, so students should be careful. Use official provider websites where possible, avoid paying anyone who promises guaranteed funding, and do not share sensitive personal details through suspicious links.
Before applying, check:
- Is this the official provider or application page?
- Is the deadline still open?
- Do I meet the basic requirements?
- Are the required documents clearly listed?
- Does the application process look legitimate?
- Have I saved proof of submission?
A real bursary application should never promise guaranteed success.
What to Do After Finding a Possible Bursary
Once you find a funding route that looks relevant, do not stop there. Open the provider page, read the requirements carefully, prepare your documents and apply before the deadline.
You should also keep a simple tracking sheet with:
- Bursary name
- Application link
- Closing date
- Documents required
- Date submitted
- Reference number
- Follow-up notes
Applying for funding is a process. The more organised you are, the better your chances of not missing important opportunities.
Need Help Choosing a Study Path?
Funding is only one part of the decision. The next step is choosing a programme that fits your goals, strengths and future career direction.
Explore Regenesys programmes or speak to an advisor to understand your study options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bursary finder?
A bursary finder is a tool that helps students search for funding opportunities based on their field of study, study level, financial need or applicant profile.
Is this bursary finder an official funding application?
No. This tool is a guide. It helps you discover possible funding routes, but you must apply directly through the official provider or application page.
What is the difference between a bursary and a scholarship?
A bursary is often based on financial need, field of study or sponsor requirements. A scholarship is often linked to academic achievement, leadership, research or merit. Some providers use the terms differently, so always check the rules.
Can I apply for more than one bursary?
Yes. In most cases, students should apply for several relevant funding routes. Always check whether a provider allows you to hold more than one funding award.
What documents do I need for a bursary?
You may need a certified ID copy, latest results, proof of income, proof of residence, proof of application or acceptance, a motivation letter and other documents required by the provider.
Are bursaries only for undergraduate students?
No. Some bursaries are for high school learners, undergraduate students, postgraduate students, TVET students, learnership applicants or working adults.
Can international students use this tool?
Yes, but many South African bursaries are only for South African citizens or permanent residents. International students should check the citizenship requirements carefully.
How often should bursary information be updated?
Bursary information should be checked regularly because deadlines, links and eligibility rules change often. Closed bursaries may reopen in the next annual cycle.
Start With Your Goals. Then Find Funding.
Finding study funding is easier when you know where to look. Use this bursary finder to explore funding routes that may match your field, study level and needs.
