At the Department of Student Affairs (DSA), we understand that funding your education is essential to you simply focusing on your studies. We are here to guide you through the options available for of financial support.
The DSA at UCT is dedicated to guiding students through the often complex process of securing financial support. Navigating financial aid can be tough. We simplify it so you can focus on applying. We’ re here to make higher education within reach.
Empowering informed decisions
Support throughout the application process
Expert guidance on financial options
For students demonstrating significant financial need and a willingness to learn.
Government-funded support for students in financial need and the missing middle.
Assists students declined by NSFAS for not meeting the 70/30 criteria; 70% funding for STEM and 30% for Social Sciences.
Normally NSFAS finalises funding decisions at the same time the NSC results are released. Check the NSFAS website and their social media accounts for updates.
Deposits may be made into the university's bank account.
The university's banking details are:
Standard Bank Rondebosch
Branch code: 025009
Account number: 270689982
Swift address: SBZAZAJJ
Your name and student number must be quoted when using this method of payment.
Credit card payments can be made online, directly to the student fee account.
You can now generate a pro forma invoice via online service. Log into the Student Self-Service system and click on Self Service Proforma to get such an invoice. Please ensure that you have a copy of your applicant ID (known as your Campus ID) to access the self-service pro forma page.
If you are experiencing any problems, please contact the Fees Office at fnd-feeenq@uct.ac.za.
The University uses a course-based fee structure. Tuition fees vary per academic programme. View the Fees web pages to find out more about the full costs of study at UCT.
For a pro forma invoice of the estimate tuition fees and associated costs log into the Student Self-Service system and click on Self Service Proforma. Please ensure that you have a copy of your applicant ID (known as your Campus ID) to access the self-service pro forma page.
The NSFAS funding makes provision for the cost of tuition, a set book allowance, a home allowance for those living at home and an accommodation allowance of R50 000 for students living in residence or private accommodation, and a meal allowance for those in self-catering residence or private accommodation.
Students are encouraged to apply other sponsors for funding to help meet any residence accommodation cost shortfall.
University residence is the first choice of accommodation for NSFAS funded students. Students that wish to stay in private accommodation must ensure that the accommodation is accredited by UCT or NSFAS.
Private accommodation that is not accredited will not be paid for.
It is funding for siblings who are studying undergraduate programmes at UCT and are not eligible for NSFAS or UCT GAP funding. Application forms are available after registration on the UCT Sibling Rebate page.
The following requirements must be met:
Successful applicants will receive a bursary equivalent to 20% of their tuition fees for the second sibling only.
As of 1 August 2016, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) opened its student-centered application model. First-time applications for financial aid, as well as funding renewal for those students who are already recipients of NSFAS funding, will be handled centrally via NSFAS. The NSFAS applications cycle is normally opens in October. Please check the NSFAS website for the application cycle opening and closing dates.
UCT will inform all applicants (that apply for a NSFAS funded programme) by email when the NSFAS application cycle opens.
A considerable number of students fund their studies through a combination of scholarships, bursaries (either administered by the University or by organisations outside the University), loans, help from parents, sponsorship by companies, and through part-time and vacation work.
