Colleges In Durban With NSFAS
Colleges In Durban With NSFAS
Colleges In Durban With NSFAS
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a government initiative that plays a vital role in supporting South African students who come from low-income and working-class families. Managed by the Department of Higher Education and Training, NSFAS ensures that financial challenges do not prevent deserving students from accessing higher education. Established through the NSFAS Act, the scheme provides bursaries and loans that help learners pursue their studies in universities and TVET colleges across the country.
In Durban, students have the opportunity to benefit from NSFAS at more than nine public colleges. These institutions, in partnership with NSFAS, aim to make education more affordable and accessible. The bursary not only covers tuition and registration fees but also provides additional allowances to support living expenses, accommodation, study materials, and transport where applicable. This holistic support makes it easier for students to focus on their academic success without the burden of financial stress.
It is important to note that while NSFAS is designed to assist students in need, it also comes with certain conditions as outlined in the Act. These conditions may apply broadly or be specific to certain bursaries or loans, ensuring accountability and sustainability of the fund. NSFAS is more than just financial aid for many young people in Durban and beyond. It is an opportunity to achieve academic goals, gain valuable qualifications, and build a brighter future.
What does the NSFAS bursary cover?
Below are some of the things NSFAS supports with their allowances:
- Accommodation in an urban area R24,000 per annum
- Accommodation in a peri-urban area R18,900 per annum
- Accommodation in a rural area R15,750 per annum
- Transport (up to 40 km from institution) R7,350 per annum
- Transport R7000 per annum
- Incidental/personal care allowance R2900 per annum
NSFAS Application Requirements in Durban
Applicants are to provide the listed documents during their NSFAS application.
- South African ID document (this can include any of the following):
- copy of green ID document
- temporary ID from the DHA
- copy of both sides of the Smart ID card
- unbridged birth certificate
- Non-SASSA grant applicants: Parents, guardians, or spouse ID documents (copies only)
- Own, parents, guardians, or spouse proof of income, if a non-SASSA applicant (this can include any of the following):
- latest payslip if employed (not older than 3 months)
- UIF letter
- employment letter
- retrenchment letter, if a non-SASSA applicant
- Students with disabilities: complete and sign the Disability Annexure A Form
- Students who are recognised as Vulnerable Children by the Department of Social Development: complete and sign the Vulnerable Child form.
- Declaration Form
How To Apply For NSFAS in Durban Colleges
- Visit the NSFAS Application 2026 website: www.nsfas.org.za/
- Then, you click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab.
- Create a myNSFAS account.
- Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab.
- Update your personal information.
- Answer the questions you see on the screen with the correct information.
- Upload all the required supporting documents. All documents must be scanned
- Finally, click on submit. Ensure that all provided information is correct and valid.
List Of Colleges in Durban With NSFAS
Below is a list of TVET Colleges in Durban with NSFAS.
- Coastal TVET College
- Elangeni TVET College
- Esayidi TVET College
- Majuba TVET College
- Mnambithi TVET College
- Mthashana TVET College
- Thekwini TVET College
- Umfolozi TVET College
- Umgungundlovu TVET College
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