TVET Colleges Funded by NSFAS | Application Process

Do you want to pursue your higher studies but are thinking of giving up on your dreams due to limited resources? I am happy to share that you can achieve your dream career with NSFAS’ financial assistance. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) provides study funds to students with exceptional academic records and disadvantaged backgrounds.

If you are from a disadvantaged background and studying at any TVET College, you can apply for NSFAS to lessen your financial burden. Your mind must be full of questions, such as which TVET colleges offer NSFAS, does NSFAS fund college students, and does NSFAS fund TVET colleges? Stay here to find all TVET colleges that are funded by NSFAS.

List of TVET Colleges Funded by NSFAS

After getting your degree from TVET College, you can find employment easily as TVET colleges equip you with vocational and occupational skills. If you dream of starting your own business, TVET College will help you live your dream by polishing your entrepreneurial skills. Here is the list of 50 NSFAS TVET colleges in South Africa funded by NSFAS:

  • Buffalo City TVET College
  • East Cape Midlands TVET College
  • Ikhala TVET College
  • Ingwe TVET College
  • King Hintsa TVET College
  • King Sabatha Dalindyebo TVET College
  • Lovedale TVET College
  • Port Elizabeth TVET College
  • Boland TVET College
  • College of Cape Town
  • False Bay TVET College
  • Northlink TVET College
  • South Cape TVET College
  • West Coast TVET College
  • Northern Cape Rural TVET College
  • Northern Cape Urban TVET College
  • Flavius Mareka TVET College
  • Goldsfields TVET College
  • Maluti TVET College
  • Motheo TVET College
  • Coastal KZN TVET College
  • Elangeni TVET College
  • Esayidi TVET College
  • Majuba TVET College
  • Mnambithi TVET College
  • Mthashana TVET College
  • Thekwini TVET College
  • Umfolozi TVET College
  • Umgugundlovu TVET College
  • Orbit TVET College
  • Taletso TVET College
  • Vuselela TVET College
  • Central Johannesburg TVET College
  • Ekurhuleni East TVET College
  • Ekurhuleni West TVET College
  • Sedibeng TVET College
  • South West Gauteng TVET College
  • Tshwane North TVET College
  • Tshwane South TVET College
  • Western College for TVET
  • Ehlanzeni TVET College
  • Gert Sibande TVET College
  • Nkangala TVET College
  • Capricorn TVET College
  • Lephalale TVET College
  • Letaba TVET College
  • Mopani South East TVET College
  • Sekhukhune TVET College
  • Vhembe TVET College
  • Waterberg TVET College

All the TVET mentioned above colleges are funded by NSFAS. You can check the NSFAS website because the list of TVET-funded colleges may change. You can apply to any college mentioned above for your higher studies.

What Will NSFAS Cover?

  • Registration Fee
  • Tuition Fee
  • Accommodation
  • Transport Allowance
  • Personal Care

Eligibility Criteria

You must meet the criteria below to get NSFAS for your higher studies. If you are eligible, you will receive the study bursary from NSFAS.

  • You must be South African citizens.
  • The applicant must be registered on PLP, NC(V), or Report 191 program at any of the TVET colleges in South Africa;
  • You must be from a disadvantaged background.

Application Process

The application process for NSFAS is quite easy. Here’s how I applied for it. You can follow the same procedure.

  • Go to the NSFAS website using the link www.nsfas.org.za.
  • Click on myNSFAS tab.
  • Create an account on myNSFAS tab.
  • Now click on the apply button and answer the required questions.
  • Upload the required documents.
  • Click on the submit button.
  • After submitting, a new screen will pop up with your reference number. It will also be sent to the email and cell phone number you provided at the time of registration.

NSFAS Contact Details

If you have any other questions, you can contact NSFAS directly. I am providing the contact details of the NSFAS.

Getting higher studies in the inflation era is difficult for disadvantaged students. NSFAS is helping thousands of students by providing them financial assistance who can not bear their educational expenses. Study at any TVET colleges mentioned in this guide and apply for an NSFAS bursary to achieve your dreams and polish your skills without financial stress.