Learning Liberated Scholarships & Bursary Programme 2026

Eligible learners across the country can now apply for the new ‘Learning Liberated Scholarships & Bursary Programme 2026

Join us on our mission to make online education accessible to all bright young South Africans!

UCT Online High School is launching a scholarship and bursary programme to make online education more affordable and provide more opportunities to deserving learners. We’re partnering with Corporate South Africa to make this vision a reality.

Why Partial Scholarships or Bursaries?

Our programme offers partial scholarships or bursaries to make education more accessible to a diverse range of learners. This approach allows for more efficient distribution of financial aid, supporting a larger number of learners. Partial scholarships or bursaries also foster a sense of commitment among recipients, leading to higher success rates.

Eligibility Criteria

• South African citizenship
• Residing in South Africa
• Financial need (family household income not exceeding R350,000 per annum)
• Age appropriate for grades 8-11
• Desire to complete the CAPS curriculum and obtain the National Senior Certificate (NSC)
• Access to stable internet, laptop/desktop, and printer
• Safe learning environment with adult supervision

Application Process

• Start your application between 6 May – 31 August 2026
• Complete the application process and meet all eligibility criteria
• Successfully complete the LLSB Application Assessment and submit required documents
• Pay the non-refundable Placement Fee

Closing Date

• Applications close on 31 August 2026
• Candidates shortlisted and matched with sponsors between 1-30 September 2026
• Recipients awarded and accept scholarships or bursaries between 1-31 October 2026

Apply Now
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