Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary 2026 – Closing Date: 3 September 2025

Hey future leaders! Ready to supercharge your academic journey? If you’re a high-achieving student in South Africa dreaming of a top-tier education without the financial stress, then you absolutely need to know about the Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary. This isn’t just funding; it’s your ticket to unlocking your full potential!

The Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary, offered by Coronation Fund Managers, is designed to support South Africa’s brightest young minds. Coronation Fund Managers, established in Cape Town in 1993, is a leading independent asset management company. They are committed to investing in the future of our country by empowering talented students like you.

Who Can Apply?

Think this bursary might be for you? Here’s who Coronation is looking for:

You must be a proud South African citizen.
You need an excellent academic track record!
If you’re currently in Matric, you should have achieved a minimum overall average of 75%.
If you’re already at university, you need to have maintained a minimum overall average of 70%.
You should show strong leadership potential and be a well-rounded individual.
Bonus points (or rather, preference!) will be given to students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

What Does It Cover?

Get ready for some good news! This bursary offers full support, meaning it covers all your study-related expenses. That’s right – tuition, accommodation, books, and more! Once you’ve graduated, you’ll be expected to enter into a work-back commitment contract with Coronation. It’s a win-win: they invest in your education, and you contribute your skills to their team!

After you apply, you’ll receive an email confirming your submission. If your application isn’t successful, you’ll be notified. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and asked to complete some fun (and insightful!) psychometric assessments.

How to Apply?

Ready to take the leap? Applying for the Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary is super straightforward! Just follow these steps:

Head over to the official online application portal: Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary Application 2026.
Make sure you have clear copies of all the required documents ready to upload. This is super important – missing documents could mean your application isn’t considered!

Documents you’ll need:

Your ID document (a certified copy, less than 3 months old).
Your Grade 11 final results and latest Matric results (Term 2), with an official school stamp, if you’re currently in Matric.
Your Matric certificate (a certified copy, less than 3 months old), if you’ve already completed Matric.
Your university acceptance letter or provisional acceptance (if you have it).
Proof of registration for the current academic year, on your institution’s letterhead, if you’re already studying.
Your latest academic transcript/s (certified copy, less than 3 months old), if you’re currently studying.
A one-page statement explaining why you chose your field of study and what you plan to do with your qualification after graduating.
A letter of recommendation from someone who can vouch for your academic performance and personal character (not a friend or family member, please!). Remember to include their contact details.
Your Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Proof of your monthly household family income (e.g., latest payslips, bank statements if self-employed, an affidavit if unemployed, or proof of pension/SASSA grant if applicable).
Any bursary agreement, letter, or offer if you’re currently receiving funding from another bursary or NSFAS.
If you’re under 18, you’ll need a completed and signed consent form by a parent or guardian to comply with POPI regulations. Download it here: Consent Form.
Also for under 18s: your parent or guardian’s ID document (certified copy, less than 3 months old).
If you are disabled, include your Department of Labour Employment Equity Act (EEA1) Form AND a Doctors’ Letter.

Pro-Tip: If you have multiple documents for one submission (like several pages of a transcript), scan them into a single file before uploading!

The closing date for the Coronation Exceptional Student Bursary is 3 September 2025 at 12:00 (midday). Don’t leave it until the last minute – get your application in before the deadline to ensure it’s considered!

Got questions? You can reach out to Excel@Uni, the administrators for this bursary, directly via email at: support@auraams.app or use the convenient chat support on the application form.

If this sounds like the right bursary for you, don’t wait — apply now and explore more bursaries on Bursaries Room!