Closes
30 September 2026
Level
Grade 10 to 12
For
SA citizens in township or rural schools
Sector
Banking & Finance
Type
High School Bursary
About this bursary
Investec offers financial support to South African high school learners through its High School Bursary Programme. Administered by StudyTrust, this award covers students entering Grade 10, Grade 11, or Grade 12 in 2027.
The scheme focuses on learners attending rural and township schools who show strong academic performance in technical subjects. Investec aims to support young people so they can finish school and move on to higher education.
Learners remain at their current schools for the duration of the funding. Selected schools must meet specific academic standards, including high matric pass rates.
Courses of study covered
What the bursary covers
Who can apply
You qualify if
- Applicants must be South African citizens entering Grade 10, 11, or 12 in 2027.
- You must take Pure Mathematics, Physical Science, Accounting, and English as core subjects.
- A minimum score of 70 percent is required for Pure Mathematics, English, and all other subjects.
- Demonstrated financial need is compulsory for all candidates.
- You must have attended your current high school for at least one full year.
- Your school must achieve at least a 90 percent matric pass rate and an 80 percent university entrance rate.
- At least 75 percent of learners at your school must take Pure Mathematics, with 75 percent passing it at 50 percent or higher.
You do not qualify if
- Students taking Mathematical Literacy are not eligible.
- Non-South African citizens cannot apply.
- Learners who have spent less than one year at their current school are excluded.
- Students enrolled at schools that fail to meet the required matric pass thresholds will not qualify.
Documents you need to submit
- Certified copy of South African ID document or birth certificate
- Certified copy of June 2025 and final 2025 school results
- Certified copy of June 2026 school report
- Copies of certificates for academic or school achievements
- Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of household income such as payslips, tax statements, or affidavits for unemployed parents
Ensure all document copies are certified before uploading.
How to apply
- 1Visit the StudyTrust online portal using the application link.
- 2Read through the StudyTrust bursary instructions carefully.
- 3Complete the online application form with accurate personal and academic information.
- 4Upload all required supporting documentation.
- 5Submit your application before the closing date on 30 September 2026.
Investec manages all applications through the StudyTrust portal.