Bursary Details
The Sage Bursary program targets previously underprivileged, disabled students who wish to continue their education at any university in South Africa. Recipients of the Sage bursary must enroll in a public university that is accredited by the Higher Education. Sage's contribution to the nation's skill development and empowerment includes the bursary.
About
Sage began out modest but over the years has expanded to employ 11,000 people who serve clients in more than 20 different nations.
Sage continues to be the market leader for integrated payroll, payment, and accounting systems, fostering the aspirations of international businesspeople. The business takes pride in changing the way individuals think and operate so that their organizations can succeed.
Eligibility Criteria
All undergraduate students who are enrolled full-time in their studies are eligible for this stipend.
The following academic programs are required of applicants for the Sage bursary:
- Computer Science /
Engineering and Information Technology,
- Bachelor of Commerce
(specialising in Accounting and Finance)
First year to final year
undergraduate student can apply.
Who Can Apply?
Academic Achievement
- Current Gr 12 learners
with Mathematics and Physical Science marks of 75% and above.
- Current university
students who are consistently obtaining an average of 65% and above.
- The bursary is open to
South Africa students only
- Applicants must come
from previously disadvantaged communities
- You must be admitted in
one of South Africa’s institutions of higher learning
- Applicant’s family
income should be from R350 000 to R500 000 per annum; assuming that those
below this bracket are covered by the National Student Financial Aid
Scheme (NSFAS). Students who are below this bracket and meet the criteria
but have not been granted a DHET bursary through NSFAS will also be
considered;
- The field of study
should be IT, Accounting and Computer Sciences; an exception will be made
for students with disabilities to include all other fields of studies;
- Current pass rate should
be 65% and above, an exception will be made for people living with
disabilities for a lower rate but not below the expected pass rate; and
- The fund will cover
current fees and historical study debt.
What The Bursary Covers
The Sage External Bursary
will cover the costs (capped) of the following:
- tuition fees
- residence / private
accommodation fees
- stationery and
prescribed books
HOW TO APPLY
- Applications must be
completed on StudyTrust’s online platform before
30 September to be considered for a bursary for next year.
- Only applications from
South African citizens will be considered.
REQUIREMENTS:
- South African ID (certified)
- A full academic
record including the latest available results (June 2022 examination
results or progress report)
- Official Matric/NSC
results if you have completed Grade 12 or final Grade 11 results and June
2022 report card for current Gr 12s.
- Proof of address
if you are applying for a bursary sponsored by a renewable energy plant or
trust. Only applicants living within a 50 km radius of a solar or wind
farm are eligible for these bursaries.
- Proof of income:
The combined annual household income will be a critical consideration in
the selection process. It is essential that proof of income for both
parents (if applicable) be uploaded. This could be:
5.1 Salary or wage slips of the parent(s) or guardian(s)
5.2 An affidavit from the parent(s) or guardian(s) stating that they are unemployed or self-employed. If they are self-employed, the affidavit must state their annual income.
5.3 Most recent audited financial statement or three months’ most recent bank statements if the parent(s) or guardian(s) own a business
5.4 SASSA letter stating the grants received in the household where applicable
5.5 Death certificate(s) if parent(s) are deceased
5.6 Letter from the court stating child support amounts if parents are divorced or an affidavit from the parent stating the child support amount received if parents are separated - A clear head and
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