Aspiring students who are in search of quality higher education at Varsity College can benefit significantly from the institution’s scholarship program.
This program offers financial assistance to deserving individuals, making top-tier education more accessible.
About the Varsity College Scholarship
The Varsity College Scholarship aims to support academically talented students from diverse backgrounds to pursue their educational goals.
This scholarship program recognizes not only academic excellence but also considers financial need, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for deserving individuals.
By offering scholarships, Varsity College fosters a vibrant learning environment enriched by a diverse student body.
Varsity College Scholarship Application Form
Applications for the Varsity College Scholarship program are typically open from February to October each year.
Interested students can access the application form and detailed instructions on the Varsity College website.
The application process involves:
- Completing the online application form: This form gathers essential information about the applicant, their academic background, chosen program, and scholarship category.
- Submitting required supporting documents: These may include certified copies of academic transcripts, proof of household income (for Achiever Scholarship applicants), and a motivational essay (for Achiever Scholarship applicants only).
You should carefully review the application requirements and submit all necessary documents by the deadline to ensure your application is considered.
Varsity College Scholarship Requirements
For you to be eligible for the Varsity College Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be applying for their first year of undergraduate studies at The IIE’s Varsity College.
- Not be registered with any other higher education institution previously.
Excellence Scholarship:
- Achieve an average of at least 75% in four Grade 11 subjects (excluding Life Orientation) with at least 80% in each subject.
Achiever Scholarship:
- Achieve an average of at least 60% in Grade 11.
- Demonstrate financial need by having a household income of less than R400,000 per annum.
- Submit a 600-word motivational essay outlining their academic goals, financial circumstances, and reasons for applying for the scholarship.
Varsity College Scholarship Closing Date
The application deadline for the Varsity College Scholarship program is usually in October each year. The 2023/2024 academic year scholarship application closed on 6 October 2023.
However, it’s advisable to check the official website for the exact dates as they may vary slightly from year to year.
Early application is highly encouraged to ensure you have ample time to gather the necessary documents and submit your application before the deadline.
To make any further inquiries about the Varsity College Scholarship program, you can contact your nearest campus’ student enrolment department:
- Cape Town – Tel: 021 685 5021, Email: [email protected]
- Durban North – Tel: 031 573 2038, Email: [email protected]
- Durban Westville – Tel: 031 266 8400, Email: [email protected]
- Nelson Mandela Bay – Tel: 041 363 4223, Email: [email protected]
- Pietermaritzburg – Tel: 033 386 2376, Email: [email protected]
- Pretoria – Tel: 012 348 2551, Email: [email protected]
- Sandton – Tel: 011 784 6939, Email: [email protected]
- Waterfall – Tel: 010 224 4300, Email: [email protected]