Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary 2027: Empowering Future Commerce Leaders

Unlock your potential with the Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary 2027, an incredible opportunity for South African students to advance their education in Commerce-related fields. Apply by 19 August 2026 at 12:00 to secure your chance at this life-changing bursary.

About the Opportunity

Coronation Fund Managers is proud to offer the Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary for the 2027 academic year. This bursary is designed to support academically strong students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are pursuing or planning to pursue undergraduate degrees in Commerce-related disciplines.

Closing Dates

Ensure your application is submitted by 19 August 2026 at 12:00 to be considered for this opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

Successful bursary recipients will be expected to maintain academic excellence and demonstrate active student engagement. After graduation, recipients will enter into a work-back commitment, serving one year of work for each year of bursary funding received.

Requirements/Qualifications

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be South African citizens
• Be in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intending to study full-time towards an undergraduate Commerce-related degree
• Be enrolled or have applied to a recognized and accredited South African university
• Have an excellent academic record with a minimum overall average of 75% for Matric students and 70% for current university students
• Demonstrate strong leadership potential and be well-rounded individuals

Preference is given to students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, those aligning with the sponsor’s transformation objectives, and those in specific fields such as Data Analysis, IT, Commerce, Finance, Computer Science, and Software or Computer Engineering.

Benefits

The bursary covers various educational expenses, details of which will be confirmed upon awarding. It is renewable annually based on academic performance, student engagement, and sponsor budgets.

Selection Process

Applicants will receive an email confirmation upon submission. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews and psychometric assessments. If no feedback is received within three months post-closing date, consider the application unsuccessful.

Documents Required

Applicants must provide:

• Certified ID copy
• Grade 11 final results and latest Matric results (if in Matric)
• Certified Matric certificate (if completed)
• University acceptance or provisional acceptance letter
• Proof of registration for the current academic year
• Latest academic transcript
• One-page statement of study motivation
• Recommendation letter
• CV
• Proof of household income
• Bursary agreement or offer if funded by another source

Additional documents are required for applicants under 18 or those with disabilities.

Important Document Notes

Ensure all certified documents are recent (within three months), and combine multiple documents into one file where necessary. Missing documents may lead to disqualification.