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Tomorrow Trust Bursary Programme 2027

Tomorrow Trust Bursary

Application StatusClosed
Closing Date30 September 2026
Bursary ProviderThe Tomorrow Trust
Bursary Programme Full NameTomorrow Trust Tertiary Bursary Programme
Study LevelUndergraduate
Academic Year2027

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WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE TOMORROW TRUST BURSARY COVER?

The Tomorrow Trust Tertiary Bursary Programme supports eligible students pursuing full-time undergraduate degrees in selected science, technology and engineering-related fields for the 2027 academic year.

  • BSc Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Computer Science
  • Property Sciences
  • Other STEM-related fields

Applicants should confirm that their specific degree falls within the fields supported by the programme before applying.

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WHAT ARE THE TOMORROW TRUST BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?

To qualify for the Tomorrow Trust Bursary, applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Citizenship: Applicants must be South African citizens.
  • Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.
  • Schooling: Applicants must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
  • Study programme: Applicants must be studying or intending to study full-time towards an undergraduate degree in an eligible field.
  • Institution: Applicants must be studying or planning to study at a recognised public university in South Africa.

The programme is intended to help students who have potential to complete a degree but lack the resources to do so. Specific minimum marks, household-income thresholds and a separate points-based selection formula are not confirmed in the published 2027 eligibility summary.

WHAT DOES THE TOMORROW TRUST BURSARY COVER?

The Tomorrow Trust bursary provides financial and developmental support to help eligible students complete their university studies. Funding may cover:

  • Tuition fees
  • Textbooks and essential study equipment
  • Accommodation
  • Living allowances

Recipients may also receive non-financial support, including mentorship, academic and career coaching, psychosocial support, masterclasses, career networking opportunities and personal-development support. The exact financial package awarded to an individual student is not specified as a fixed amount.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE TOMORROW TRUST BURSARY?

Applications for the 2027 bursary cycle were submitted online through the Tomorrow Trust’s bursary application process.

Applicants were required to create an account, complete the online application and upload the supporting documents requested. The 2027 application period has closed. Check the official Tomorrow Trust website for announcements about future application cycles.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE TOMORROW TRUST BURSARY?

The listed supporting documents for the 2027 application included:

  • A certified copy of the applicant’s South African ID document
  • Latest Matric results, if currently in Matric
  • Matric certificate, if Matric has been completed
  • Full academic record, if currently studying at a tertiary institution
  • Proof of university registration or acceptance
  • A motivation letter supporting the application

For a future application cycle, applicants should use the document checklist supplied with the relevant application instructions, as requirements may change.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE TOMORROW TRUST BURSARY?

The closing date for the Tomorrow Trust Bursary for the 2027 academic year was 30 September 2026. Applications for this cycle are now closed.

HOW DO I CONTACT THE TOMORROW TRUST ABOUT THE BURSARY?

For bursary and programme enquiries, contact the Tomorrow Trust directly:

ABOUT THE TOMORROW TRUST

The Tomorrow Trust is a South African non-profit organisation founded in 2005. It supports orphaned and vulnerable children and young people through education, personal development and psychosocial support.

Its Tertiary Bursary Programme combines financial assistance with academic guidance, mentorship and personal development to help students from challenging backgrounds progress through university and prepare for their careers.

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