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National Student Financial Aid

NSFAS — The National Student Financial Aid Scheme is South Africa's primary government student funding programme. It covers ful…

About this loan

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme is South Africa's primary government student funding programme. It covers full cost of study for qualifying students at public universities and public TVET colleges. Apply through the NSFAS portal — applications open annually around October/November.

Eligibility

South African citizen or permanent resident. Combined household income under R350,000/year. Enrolled at a public university or public TVET college. Must pass courses to keep funding.

What it covers

✓ Tuition✓ Accommodation✓ Meals Allowance✓ Books & Stationery✓ Transport Allowance

Eligible institutions

Public UniversitiesPublic TVET Colleges

Important to know

⚠️ Always apply to NSFAS first before considering any commercial loan. It is interest-free and has the most favourable repayment terms of any student funding option in South Africa.
Important: Loan details (interest rates, amounts, eligibility) are indicative and subject to change by the lender. Always verify current terms directly on the lender's official website before applying. Interest rates are subject to the National Credit Act (NCA).