Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary | Application Form, Eligibility Requirement and Closing Date

The Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary is a merit-based bursary program that has been put together to encourage all the students from the region to go after their academic goals.

The program targets individuals facing serious financial problems but show unique academic potential.

The bursary covers tuition fees, study materials, and other essential academic expenses, alleviating the financial burden on students and their families.

By providing financial support, the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary program aims to:

1. Increase access to higher education: The program removes financial barriers, allowing deserving students from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue their academic aspirations.
2. Invest in the future of the region: By nurturing young talent, the program contributes to the development of a skilled workforce within the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality.
3. Promote social mobility: The bursary program empowers individuals and communities, fostering upward mobility and improving overall quality of life.

Application Form for the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary

The application form for the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary is typically available online on the municipality’s official website.

The application form usually requires you to submit the following documents:

1. Completed application form
2. Certified copy of your South African ID document
3. Proof of residence within the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality
4. Matric certificate and academic transcripts (for current students) or acceptance letter from a recognized tertiary institution (for prospective students)
5. Detailed motivation letter explaining your financial need and academic goals
6. Supporting documents such as parents’/guardian’s income statements and proof of any disability (if applicable).

When you’re ready to submit your application form, it must be submitted in either of the following ways:
1. Hand delivery:
District mayoral office:
9 Van Niekerk Street
Vryburg
North West.

2. Post:
PO Box 21
Vryburg
North West
8601.

Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary, you must meet the following criteria:

1. Be a South African citizen
2. Reside within the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality
3. Have completed your Matric or be eligible to do so in the year of application
4. Be registered or intend to register for full-time studies at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa
5. Demonstrate financial need
6. Maintain a good academic record (preference is given to high-achieving students)
7. Preference may be given to students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds and those pursuing studies in fields aligned with the municipality’s development priorities

Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary Closing Date

The application period for the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary typically opens in September/October of each year and closes in January/February of the following year.

The exact dates can vary, so it’s smart to check the municipality’s website or reliable bursary platforms like mine for the latest updates.

If you have any inquiries regarding the Dr Ruth S Mompati District Municipality Bursary, you can contact the municipality’s bursary office at 053 928 6400.