Applicants must be South African citizens who are Black African or Coloured, be in Grade 12, no more than two years out of matric, or already studying a CA-stream BCom. They need at least 60% in Grade 11 Mathematics, not Mathematical Literacy or Technical Mathematics, household income of R350,000 or less, a Thuthuka-participating university application and an NBT written before the end of August.
What it may cover
Funding and study level
Support includes tuition, books, meals, residence or accommodation, plus tutorials, study-skills support, mentoring, counselling, social and emotional support, work-readiness and life-skills development.
What to do
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Direct answers
SAICA Thuthuka Bursary questions
Who should check SAICA Thuthuka Bursary?
Applicants must be South African citizens who are Black African or Coloured, be in Grade 12, no more than two years out of matric, or already studying a CA-stream BCom. They need at least 60% in Grade 11 Mathematics, not Mathematical Literacy or Technical Mathematics, household income of R350,000 or less, a Thuthuka-participating university application and an NBT written before the end of August.
What can SAICA Thuthuka Bursary pay for?
Support includes tuition, books, meals, residence or accommodation, plus tutorials, study-skills support, mentoring, counselling, social and emotional support, work-readiness and life-skills development.
Is SAICA Thuthuka Bursary open now?
Check the current application cycle. The official source was checked on 30 August 2026; confirm the live call before sending documents.