Sasol Foundation Bursary for STEM Students

About the Sasol Foundation Bursary

The Sasol Foundation bursary is confirmed for the 2026 cycle, and the exact application window is not fixed in the details available here, so treat this as an active programme and confirm the closing date on the official site. It supports South African undergraduates studying science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields at public universities.

The programme targets students with strong academic records and genuine financial need. In practice, that means a household income ceiling and an age limit apply, both set out below.

Who Runs the Programme

The Sasol Foundation runs and funds this bursary. The Foundation is the education and skills arm linked to Sasol, and it directs support toward building South Africa’s STEM pipeline. Because it focuses on scarce technical skills, funding is weighted toward students who plan careers in science and engineering.

Study Level and Eligible Fields

The bursary covers full-time undergraduate degree study only. Eligible fields fall under STEM, meaning science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines. You must study at an approved public South African University or University of Technology. Private institutions and distance-only study do not qualify under these terms.

How Many Awards Are Offered

The number of Sasol Foundation bursary awards is not specified here. Selection is competitive because it depends on academic screening, so a place is not guaranteed even when you meet every requirement. For the current quota, check directly with the Foundation.

Who Can Apply

This bursary is for South African citizens by birth only. You must be pursuing your first undergraduate degree; students who already hold a degree are not eligible. In addition, you must be no older than 25 at the time of application.

You must also have completed matric within the past year, or be completing matric currently. Because the programme is means-tested, your household income matters as much as your marks.

Bursary Value and What It Covers

The precise funding amounts are not detailed here. As a full undergraduate bursary, it is structured to support tuition and related study costs for STEM students who qualify. For the exact list of inclusions, such as tuition, accommodation or allowances, confirm the current terms with the Sasol Foundation before you accept.

The information available does not state a work-back or service obligation, so none is claimed here. Verify any post-study conditions in your offer letter.

Eligibility Requirements

• South African citizen by birth only.
• Pursuing full-time degree studies at an approved public South African University or University of Technology.
• Household income must not exceed R600,000 per annum.
• First undergraduate degree only; no prior degrees.
• Not older than 25 at the time of application.
• Completed matric within the past year, or currently completing matric.
• Study field must fall within STEM.

Applicants go through academic screening based on both financial need and academic performance. Meeting the minimum criteria matters, but strong results improve your standing because selection is competitive.

Application Process

Applications are handled for the 2026 cycle. The exact closing date is not stated here, so confirm it on the official website before you submit. If you miss the stated deadline once it is published, late applications are generally not considered, so apply early.

You will typically need supporting documents to prove that you meet the criteria. Prepare the following in advance:

• Certified copy of your South African ID (proving citizenship by birth).
• Your latest academic results or matric results.
• Proof of household income to confirm the R600,000 ceiling.
• Proof of registration or acceptance at an approved public institution.

No direct email or phone contact is listed here, so use the query channel shown on the official application page for help.

Official Website

Apply and confirm the current closing date through the official channel: Sasol Foundation Bursary.