Closing Date: 30 November 2023
The WIPHOLD Bursary Program offers financial assistance for students pursuing studies in the following fields of study.
Fields of Study:
Bursaries are available for students pursuing studies in the following fields:
- Actuarial Science
- Agriculture
- BCom Accounting / Chartered Accounting
- Engineering
Selection Criteria: Applicants will be selected based on academic achievement and participation in the school community.
The bursary will cover the following expenses:
- Tuition fees
- Textbooks
- Accommodation
- Monthly stipend
Please note:
- The total value and number of bursaries awarded depend on the availability of funds.
- Bursaries are renewed annually at the discretion of the WIPHOLD Bursary Fund, based on diligence and academic results.
- Recipients may be required to participate in vacation work or corporate social responsibility activities as needed.
Eligibility Requirements:
To be eligible for the WIPHOLD Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- South African citizenship
- Current Matric student or completed Matric
- Intention to study one of the specified fields
- Aspiring Chartered Accountant, Actuary, Engineer, or Agriculturist
- Minimum of 70% for Mathematics (not Mathematics Literacy) in Matric
- Minimum of 70% for English in Matric
- Minimum overall “A” or “B” average (a “C” average may be considered on a case-by-case basis)
- Application to at least 2 universities (1 must be closest to your home)
How to Apply
Downoad Bursary Application Form
Required Documents:
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documents along with your completed application form (missing items may disqualify your application):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Recent passport-sized photograph (attach to the application form)
- Grade 11 final results (if currently in Matric, certified copy)
- Matric final results/certificate (if completed Matric, certified copy)
- Proof of parents, guardian, or spouse’s income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of pension or SASSA grant if applicable, certified copies)
- Testimonials, certificates, or supportive documents (certified copy)
- A short essay on yourself, your family, and your career future plans
- Brief answers to the provided questions (in your own handwriting on a separate piece of paper)
Submission Options:
- Via Email: wdtrust@wiphold.com (subject line: “WIPHOLD Bursary Application 2024”)
- Via Post: WIPHOLD Bursary Fund, P O Box 87277, Houghton, 2041
Please note the following:
- Applicants provisionally accepted for the bursary (based on Grade 11 final results) will be notified by November 30, 2023.
- Successful applicants will be notified in January 2023, after Matric results are released.
- If you do not receive feedback, consider your application unsuccessful.
