George Municipality Bursary | Application Form, Eligibility Requirement and Closing Date
Are you a resident of George, South Africa, with a passion for local government and a desire to pursue higher education in this field?
If so, the George Municipality Bursary might be the perfect opportunity for you.
This scholarship program is offered by the George Municipality and aims to support promising students from George in their academic journeys within the municipal sector.
About the George Municipality Bursary
The George Municipality Bursary provides financial aid to eligible students who are either currently enrolled in or intend to enroll in a municipal-related field of study at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa.
This includes qualifications such as Public Administration, Municipal Management, Urban Planning, and related fields.
By supporting future leaders in local government, the program hopes to contribute to the development and effective governance of the George Municipality.
Application Form and Submission for the George Municipality Bursary
Interested applicants can download the application form from the George Municipality website or collect it from the Municipal offices.
The application form requires detailed information about your academic background, financial situation, and chosen field of study. Additionally, you must attach supporting documents such as:
- Certified copies of your South African ID document and Matric certificate (or latest academic results for continuing students)
- Proof of residence in George
- Letter of acceptance from your chosen educational institution
- Original registration certificate confirming your field of study
- Proof of household income (less than R350 000 per annum)
- A signed application form by your ward councillor (optional)
Completed applications can be submitted by hand to the Municipal offices or electronically through this email address: [email protected].
Use “George Municipality Bursary 2024” as the email subject line.
Make sure all documents are submitted before the closing date to avoid disqualification.
George Municipality Bursary Eligibility Requirements
For you to be eligible for the George Municipality Bursary, you must meet the following criteria:
- South African Citizenship: You must be a South African citizen permanently residing in George, Western Cape.
- Matriculation: You must have completed Matric (Grade 12) in 2021, 2022, or be a current Grade 12 learner.
- Field of Study: You must be enrolled in or intend to enroll in a municipal-related field of study at a recognized tertiary institution.
- Financial Need: Your total household income must be less than R350 000 per annum.
- Previous Bursary Recipients: Previous recipients of the George Municipality Bursary are also eligible to apply, provided they meet the other eligibility requirements.
George Municipality Bursary Closing Date
Please note that the closing date for the George Municipality Bursary has already passed for the 2024 academic year.
The application period typically opens in September and closes in November.
I recommend checking the George Municipality website for updates on the next application cycle.
For any inquiries regarding the George Municipality Bursary, you can contact the George Municipality offices at 044 801 9387 or 044 801 9457.