{"id":936,"date":"2024-12-29T18:27:56","date_gmt":"2024-12-29T18:27:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unisastatuscheck.co.za\/?page_id=936"},"modified":"2026-03-08T07:42:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-08T07:42:53","slug":"unisa-merit-bursary-2024-undergraduate-requirements","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.zapage.co.za\/unisa\/unisa-merit-bursary-2024-undergraduate-requirements\/","title":{"rendered":"Unisa Merit Bursary 2026 Undergraduate Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Unisa Merit Bursary 2026 is an invitation-based bursary offered to undergraduate students who have demonstrated academic excellence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To be eligible, students must have obtained an average of at least 75% in their previous year of study and be registered for a formal qualification in any discipline at Unisa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bursary covers tuition fees and prescribed textbooks only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students must be South African citizens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students must have achieved a minimum overall average of 75% in their previous year of study.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students must be registered for a formal qualification in any discipline at Unisa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students who received the bursary in 2023 do not need to apply but must meet the 75% average to be considered for the bursary in 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application and Selection Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The application period for the Unisa Merit Bursary 2026 has not been announced yet, but it is expected to be communicated through Unisa&#8217;s website and social media platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who meet the eligibility requirements will receive an invitation from the Division of Student Funding to apply for the bursary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The selection process is based on academic performance, and awards will only be made if there is sufficient funding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Required Documents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Copy of ID<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of household income<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parents&#8217; IDs (for dependent applicants)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic record<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the eligibility requirements for the Unisa Merit Bursary 2026?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be eligible, students must have obtained an average of at least 75% in their previous year of study, be registered for a formal qualification in any discipline at Unisa, and be South African citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What does the Unisa Merit Bursary 2026 cover?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bursary covers tuition fees and prescribed textbooks only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I apply for the Unisa Merit Bursary 2026?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The application period has not been announced yet, but it is expected to be communicated through Unisa&#8217;s website and social media platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who meet the eligibility requirements will receive an invitation from the Division of Student Funding to apply for the bursary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the required documents for the Unisa Merit Bursary 2026?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The required documents include a copy of ID, proof of household income, parents&#8217; IDs (for dependent applicants), and academic records.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is the Unisa Merit Bursary 2026 open to international students?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No, the bursary is only open to South African citizens.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Unisa Merit Bursary 2026 is an invitation-based bursary offered to undergraduate students who have demonstrated academic excellence. To be eligible, students must have obtained an average of at least 75% in their previous year of study and be registered for a formal qualification in any discipline at Unisa. 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