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NSFAS Confirms Approved Academic Pathways for 2025

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has announced its approved academic pathways for 2025, outlining the qualifications and progression routes that will be funded for university and TVET college students. Academic Progression Academic progression refers to moving from one qualification to a higher one within the same field of study. NSFAS recognizes specific progression… Read More »

UKZN Confirms NSFAS Allowance Payment Date for February 2025

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has confirmed the payment date for the first National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) allowance for 2025. When to Expect Payments UKZN students can expect their NSFAS allowance payments to begin on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The university will disburse Cycle 1 allowances based on the 2024 allowance amounts. Important… Read More »

NSFAS Confirms Funding for Assistive Devices for Students with Disabilities in 2025

To make higher education more accessible, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) has confirmed its funding for assistive devices for students with disabilities in 2025. What’s Covered? NSFAS will provide funding for assistive devices, including those for physical disabilities, visual impairments, hearing impairments, and learning disabilities. Examples of covered devices include wheelchairs, hearing aids,… Read More »

NSFAS Announces Allowance Payments for University Students in February 2025

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is pleased to confirm the allowance payments for university students in February 2025. NSFAS provides financial support to deserving learners enrolled in approved courses at universities and TVET colleges as part of its comprehensive bursary program. Allowance Payments to be Made Through Universities In 2024, NSFAS announced it… Read More »

NSFAS Allowances for Unisa Students: What to Expect in January 2025

As the new year approaches, Unisa students who are recipients of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) bursaries are eager to know how their allowances will be structured. NSFAS Allowance Payment Structure NSFAS allowances are divided into 10 payments yearly, coinciding with the academic year, it means that Unisa students will not receive any… Read More »

How to Re-apply for NSFAS if You Already Have an Account

Students find themselves having to re-apply for NSFAS funding for various reasons. May be you’re continuing your studies, taking a gap year, or repeating a year. Regardless of the reason, re-applying can be stressful if you already have an existing account. How to Re-apply for NSFAS if You Already Have an Account Check Your Eligibility Before… Read More »