Apply for Ithuba Bursaries 2025

ITHUBA Holdings is pleased to invite students to apply for the ITHUBA Bursary Programme for the 2025 academic year. This bursary aims to support South African youth from previously disadvantaged communities by funding their studies in high-demand fields within Commerce and Information Technology.

Bursary Application closing date: 30 November 2024.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:

Commerce:

• Accounting
• Management Accounting & Finance
• Marketing

Information Technology:

• Computer Science
• Computer Engineering
• Communication Networks
• Information Systems
• Software Development

The ITHUBA Holdings bursary aims to assist South African youth from previously disadvantaged communities, by funding their tertiary studies within sectors in high demand, namely Commerce and Information Technology.

The all-inclusive bursary will provide full cover for the following expenses: tuition, technology equipment, stationery, study material, accommodation and stipend.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above, in 2025
• You must be studying or have been accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• You must achieved a minimum result of 70% for each subject, in your previous year of study
• You must achieved a minimum overall average of 70%, in your previous year of study
• You must be willing to specialise in a Commerce or IT field of study
• You must be dedicated to your studies and intend on maintaining a strong academic record throughout your studies
• You must be from a previously disadvantaged background
• You must have a total household income of NOT more than R350 000 per year
• You must have a vision and mission that aligns with the Foundation (you must be diligent, enthusiastic, dedicated to succeed and give back to your community)

How to apply

Click here to apply for ITHUBA Holding Bursaries.

Note: Late applications will not be considered.