The South African Actuaries Development Programme (SAADP) invites financially needy students to apply for Bursaries / Bursary Programme for 2026 academic year.
Location: South Africa (University of Cape Town, University of Pretoria or University of the Witwatersrand)
Job Type: Bursary
Closing Date: 31 August 2025.
About the SAADP Bursary 2026:
The South African Actuaries Development Programme is offering full bursaries for students pursuing Actuarial Science and related degrees at one of its partner universities: UCT, UP, or WITS. The bursaries are renewable each year, based on academic performance and available funding.
The Bursary Covers:
- Financial Support:
- Tuition fees
- Textbook allowance
- Residence fees
- Meal allowance
- Living allowance
- Psychosocial Support:
- Mentorship by senior students
- Life skills workshops (goal setting, time management, CV writing, interviewing skills)
- Academic Support:
- Academic tutorials and extra classes
- Vacation work opportunities
- Actuarial seminars with industry experts
- Academic workshops and exam preparation sessions
Eligibility Requirements:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be Black or Coloured
- Currently in Matric, 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of study
- Minimum 80% in Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) in Matric
- Minimum 80% in Physical Science in Matric
- Minimum 80% in English in Matric
- Studying or intending to study Actuarial Science or a related degree in 2026
- Must be accepted or applying to study at UCT, UP, or WITS
- Must have written or registered for the National Benchmark Test (NBT)
- Must have a passion for Actuarial Science
- Must be from a financially needy background
- Must have internet access, an active email address, and a cellphone number
How to Apply for South African Actuaries Development Programme (SAADP): Bursaries 2026
Click here to download the SAADP Bursary Application Form 2026 (Matric Learners)
Click here to download the SAADP Bursary Application Form 2026 (Current Students)
Once completed, submit your application via email to: applications@saadp.co.za
Important:
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
- Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
- Applications are open until 31 August 2025.
Good luck with your application! Let me know if you also want me to help you prepare a checklist for what documents to include when applying!
Click here to access the SAADP Bursary Programme advert online
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