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The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a South African government entity under the Department of Higher Education and Training, established to provide financial aid to eligible students attending public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa. NSFAS aims to address the financial barriers that prevent deserving students from accessing higher education.
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Website Key Features
Application Portal
Online platform for students to apply for financial aid, check application status, and submit required documents.
Funding Eligibility Checker
Tool to help prospective applicants determine if they qualify for NSFAS funding based on predefined criteria.
Student Dashboard
Personalized dashboard for students to view their funding status, disbursements, and communicate with NSFAS.
Document Upload
Secure feature allowing students to upload necessary documents directly to their application file.
FAQs and Help Center
Comprehensive resource for answers to common questions and guidance on the application process.
News and Updates
Section dedicated to the latest news, announcements, and updates from NSFAS.
Contact Support
Multiple channels for students to reach out for support, including email, phone, and social media.
Bursary Information
Detailed information about the bursary scheme, including coverage, allowances, and obligations.
Institution Partners
List of public universities and TVET colleges partnered with NSFAS for the financial aid scheme.
Repayment Information
Guidance for beneficiaries on how to repay their NSFAS loans upon entering the workforce.
Additional information
Mission
To provide financial aid to eligible students from poor and working-class families to access higher education and training at public universities and TVET colleges.
Vision
A South Africa where all eligible students have access to higher education and training, regardless of their financial background.
Values
Integrity, Transparency, Accountability, Efficiency, and Student-Centeredness.
Eligibility Criteria
South African citizenship, financial need, academic potential, and enrollment or intention to enroll at a public university or TVET college.
Funding Coverage
Tuition fees, accommodation, transport, living allowance, and learning materials.
Application Period
Typically opens in August and closes in November each year for the following academic year.
Impact
Since inception, NSFAS has funded over 2 million students, significantly contributing to increasing access to higher education in South Africa.
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