How Long Does NSFAS Fund You 2025

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The aim of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is to see that qualified South African students have access to affordable tertiary education. To apply to the scheme it’s worth to the know the length of the bursary they will spend on you so that you can plan. The information here offers a thorough overview of the duration of NSFAS coverage and other important information for readers.

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Duration Of NSFAS Fund

If accepted NSFAS will cover the whole of undergraduate courses, diplomas and some extended programs. detailed explanation can be seen below.

• Bachelor’s Degrees:

Undergraduate programs are normally covered by NSFAS for a maximum of four years. 

Diplomas and Certificates:

NSFAS coverage often extends up to three years for students seeking diplomas and certificates.

Extended Degree Programs:

NSFAS may consider extending financial assistance to certain programs

List Of NSFAS 2025 Allowance

UNIVERSITY

• Accommodation; As per the actual costs charged by the university (costs for private accommodation must not exceed costs for university residence)
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7 500 per annum
• Living allowance R15, 000 per annum
• Book allowances R5200 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance of R2900 per annum for students in catered residences

TVET College

• Accommodation in an urban area is R24,000 per annum
• Accommodation in a peri-urban area is R18,900 per annum
• Accommodation in a rural area is R15,750 per annum
• Transport (up to 40 km from the institution) R7,350 per annum
• Transport R7000 per annum
• Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum

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NSFAS Contact Information

Website: www.nsfas.org.za

Email: info@nsfas.org.za

South African students: 0860 067 327

International students: +27 21 763 3232

Physical Address: 10 Brodie Road, Wynberg, Cape Town, South Africa, 7700

Postal Address: Private Bag X1, Plumstead, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, 7801

For more details visit the official website. I hope the provided information is helpful, kindly leave your comment below.