VerifiedNo. Thekwini City College is a private college, and NSFAS only funds students at public universities and public TVET colleges. The public college with a similar name, Thekwini TVET College, is NSFAS-funded.
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Two colleges, similar names
| Thekwini City College | Thekwini TVET College | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Private | Public |
| NSFAS | No | Yes, for eligible students |
| Website | thekwinicitycollege.co.za | thekwini.edu.za |
| Durban base | 40 Dr AB Xuma Street | Asherville, 262 D’Aintree Avenue, with six campuses |
If you want NSFAS in Durban
- Apply to Thekwini TVET College, Coastal KZN TVET College or Elangeni TVET College.
- Apply to NSFAS at nsfas.org.za in its application window.
- Check that the programme you choose is still open to new students in 2027.
Paying for a private college
- Ask for the full fee in writing and whether payment plans exist.
- Look for company bursaries that allow private institutions.
- Check accreditation for your programme on the QCTO database before paying.
If anyone tells you NSFAS will pay for Thekwini City College, it is not true. NSFAS publishes that it funds public universities and TVET colleges only.
More: is Thekwini City College private or public? and public TVET colleges in Durban.
Frequently asked questions
Does Thekwini City College accept NSFAS?
No. It is a private college, and NSFAS does not fund private institutions.
Which Thekwini college is NSFAS-funded?
Thekwini TVET College, the public college in Durban.