Ninety One #Changeblazer Bursary 2027: Empowering Future Leaders

Embark on your academic journey with the Ninety One #Changeblazer Bursary Programme for 2027, an exceptional opportunity for South African Matric learners to pursue higher education. Applications close on 31 August 2026, so seize this chance to secure financial support for your studies.

About the Opportunity

Ninety One is proud to offer the #Changeblazer Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year. This initiative is designed to support South African Matric learners who aspire to study full-time at a recognized university within the country.

Fields of Study Covered

The bursary is available for students pursuing degrees in Business, Finance, Economics, Education, Engineering, Healthcare (excluding Dentistry, Medicine, and Veterinary Science), Technology, Computer Science, and Psychology.

What the Bursary Covers

Recipients of the Ninety One Bursary may receive comprehensive financial support, including full tuition fees, learning materials, accommodation, and meals.

Additional Bursary Benefits

Beyond financial assistance, the bursary offers private tutoring, career guidance, resilience training, mental health support, and financial wellbeing sessions. Top-performing students may also benefit from assistance with obtaining a driver’s license and support for building a professional wardrobe for their first job.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must be South African citizens under the age of 21 in 2027, currently in Matric, and planning to study full-time in one of the specified fields. They should have a strong academic record, demonstrated leadership qualities, and proven financial need, with a family income below R600,000 per year.

Selection Process

Career Wise administers the bursary program, handling applications, document scanning, and candidate shortlisting. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a panel interview between October and December 2026, with provisional acceptance announced by December and final awards confirmed post-Matric results in January.

Documents Required

Applicants must submit certified copies of their South African ID, Grade 11 final results, latest Matric results, proof of university application or registration for 2027, and documentation of household income.

Closing Dates

Applications must be submitted by 31 August 2026. Late submissions will not be considered, so ensure all documents are complete and submitted on time.