| Application status | OPEN |
| Closing date | 8 October 2026 |
| Provider | Tiso Foundation |
| Programme | Tiso Foundation Undergraduate Bursary Programme |
| Fields of study | Undergraduate study in any field |
| Study level | Undergraduate degree or National Diploma |
| Institution scope | Recognised and accredited South African universities and universities of technology |
| Citizenship | South African citizens |
| Funding | Full financial support for undergraduate studies, plus academic and personal development support |
| Service obligation | Not specified |
| Academic year | 2027 |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY COVER?
- WHAT ARE THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?
- WHAT DOES THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY COVER?
- HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY?
- WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY?
- WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY?
- HOW DO I CONTACT THE TISO FOUNDATION ABOUT THE BURSARY?
- ABOUT TISO FOUNDATION
WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY COVER?
The bursary supports undergraduate degrees and National Diplomas in any field of study at recognised and accredited South African universities and universities of technology.
- Undergraduate degrees
- National Diplomas
- Any academic field, provided the qualification and institution meet the programme requirements
Similar Bursaries:
- See other General Bursaries and Scholarships in South Africa.
- See other Commerce Bursaries and Scholarships available.
- See other Bursaries Still Open for Applications in year 2027.
WHAT ARE THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY REQUIREMENTS?
Applicants must meet the programme’s citizenship, age, academic, financial and study requirements.
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be between 18 and 34 years old.
- Come from a previously disadvantaged background; the current programme information identifies Black, Coloured and Indian applicants.
- Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Be studying or intending to study full-time.
- Be pursuing an undergraduate degree or National Diploma in any field.
- Be studying or intending to study at a recognised and accredited university or university of technology in South Africa.
- Have achieved a minimum overall Matric average of 70% if applying as a first-time tertiary student.
- Have achieved a minimum average of 65% in the latest tertiary results if already studying at university.
- Be unemployed and demonstrate financial need.
- Demonstrate commitment to studies and a positive attitude.
- Be willing to give back to the community and participate in community upliftment programmes.
- Be able to provide references with the application.
WHAT DOES THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY COVER?
The bursary programme provides full financial support for undergraduate degrees and National Diplomas at accredited institutions.
- Financial support for undergraduate study
- Academic support
- Life-skills and personal development support
- Mentorship and development opportunities
- Career guidance and exposure to corporate and institutional networks
Service obligation: Not specified.
HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY?
Applications must be completed through the Tiso Foundation Bursary Application 2027 official page.
WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY?
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified latest Matric results, if currently in Matric.
- Certified Matric certificate, if Matric has been completed.
- Certified latest tertiary academic results, if already studying.
- Proof of registration, acceptance or provisional acceptance at a recognised university or university of technology.
- Proof of household income for parents or guardians.
- Supporting financial documents where applicable, such as recent payslips, an affidavit for an unemployed parent or guardian, proof of pension or grant income, or death certificates where a parent or guardian is deceased.
- References as required by the application.
WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE TISO FOUNDATION BURSARY?
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
8 October 2026.
Late submissions will be rejected.
HOW DO I CONTACT THE TISO FOUNDATION ABOUT THE BURSARY?
- Telephone: 011 784 4111
- Email: applications@tiso.co.za
- Website: Tiso Foundation
ABOUT TISO FOUNDATION
The Tiso Foundation is a South African public benefit organisation established in 2001 to contribute to socio-economic development through education, skills development and support for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The Tiso Foundation Undergraduate Bursary forms part of the Foundation’s education support programmes. The 2027 programme combines financial support for undergraduate study with academic, personal development and career-related support aimed at helping beneficiaries complete their studies and develop their future careers.