Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary

Who can apply

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying full time, towards an undergraduate Commerce-related degree qualification (the bursary will NOT fund N4/5/6, Higher Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Masters or Doctoral students)
• You must be studying or have applied to study at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa (the bursary will NOT fund studies at TVETs, Community Colleges, Private Colleges, Graduate/Business School, International universities, or Distance-learning qualifications (UNISA, etc))
• You must have an excellent academic record
• Current Matric students: you must have achieved a minimum overall average of 75%
• Current University students: you must have achieved a minimum overall average of 70%
• You must have strong leadership potential
• You must be a well rounded student
• Preference will be given to students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds
• Preference will be given to students registered in the following fields: Data Analysis / IT Stream Degrees, Commerce Stream Degrees, Finance Stream Degrees, Computer Science Stream Degrees, Software/ Computer Engineering Stream Degrees
• Preference will be given to students in line with the sponsor’s transformation/ employment equity objectives and requirements
• Preference will be given to students in their 2nd year onwards
• Preference will be given to students on track to finish their qualification in the minimum-time required (not N+1 or higher)

How to apply

Applications are submitted directly to Coronation Exceptional - we do not collect applications. Read the eligibility criteria, prepare your supporting documents, then complete your application on the official page.

Full details

Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE CORONATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT BURSARY COVER?

Coronation Fund Managers is inviting students to apply for the Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary, for the 2027 academic year.

The bursary will cover undergraduate Commerce-related degrees and is aimed at deserving students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

(See our list of Commerce-related qualifications here.)

WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE CORONATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT BURSARY COVER?

The final details of expenses covered by the bursary, will be confirmed when successful applicants receive their final bursary award/pledge letter.

The bursary is renewable each year, based on academic performance , student engagement, and sponsor budgets.

After graduation, students will be required to enter into the work-back commitment contract, whereby they will work 1 year for each year of funding received.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE CORONATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT BURSARY?

All applicants will receive an email confirming that their application has been received, and thereafter will be advised if their application has been unsuccessful.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview, as well as complete psychometric assessments.

If you do not receive any feedback within 3 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE CORONATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT BURSARY?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE CORONATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT BURSARY?

Applications must be submitted online at: Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary Application 2027

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Coronation Bursary.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE CORONATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT BURSARY?

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory - if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results and Matric latest (term 2), if currently in Matric (with official school stamp)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• University acceptance letter/ provisional acceptance (optional and if available)
• Proof of registration for the current academic year, if currently enrolled (on institutions letterhead)
• Latest academic transcript/s, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Statement explaining why you chose your field of study and what you intend on doing with your qualification once you have graduated (1 page)
• Letter of recommendation from someone who can attest to your academic performance and personal character (include the persons contact details) (NOT a friend or relative)
• Curriculum Vitae
• Proof of monthly household family income (latest payslips if employed/ bank statements if self-employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or sassa grant if applicable)
• Bursary agreement/ letter/ offer, if receiving funding from another bursary/NSFAS
• Students under 18: a completed and signed consent form (.docx) by a parent or guardian - to comply with POPI regulations
• Students under 18: parent or guardian ID document (certified copy)
• Department of Labour Employment Equity Act (EEA1) Form AND a Doctors’ Letter, if disabled

Note: 1) All certified documents must be less than 3 months old. 2) Where you have multiple documents for 1 submission, combine/scan them into 1 file that you can upload.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE CORONATION EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT BURSARY?

31 August 2026 (at 12:00).

(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted - please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Excel@Uni (the administrators for this bursary) directly:

• Email: [email protected]
• Or use the chat support on the application form.

WHAT DOES CORONATION FUND MANAGERS DO?

Founded in Cape Town in 1993, Coronation Fund Managers is one of South Africa’s leading independent active investment managers. The company specialises in building long-term wealth for both individual and institutional investors through a disciplined, research-driven investment approach. Its investment solutions span local and international equities, multi-asset portfolios, fixed income, retirement investments, offshore funds and alternative investment strategies, with a strong focus on emerging and global markets.

Today, Coronation serves clients across South Africa and internationally, with offices in South Africa, Ireland and the United Kingdom, as well as a strategic partnership in Namibia. The company manages hundreds of billions of rand in assets and is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).

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