asf.org.za : African Scholars Fund Scholarship 2016

Organization : African Scholars’ Fund
Announcement : High School & Colege Students Scholarship 2016
Deadline : March Every Year
Head Office: Cape Town

Website : http://asf.org.za/
Secondary Application Form : https://www.southafricain.com/uploads/2756-ASF-secondaryform.docx
College Application Form : https://www.southafricain.com/uploads/2756-ASF-Collegeform.docx

African Scholars’ Fund Scholarship :

Applications :
** The kind of bursar that we welcome into the ASF Family is one that (a) shows academic promise (b) demonstrates initiative, seeks out opportunity, accepts responsibility (c) gives back gracefully. Should you meet our criteria, we will support you.

Related : AIMS Bursaries for Postgraduate Study : www.southafricain.com/2749.html

** The information below explains how we go about making our selection at high school and public TVET college level.

High School :
** Our areas of operation are the Free State, Western, Eastern and Northern Cape.
** Application forms are available at your school, you may download it from this website, or you may contact our offices – see the Contact Us section.
** The current contribution of R1000 per year is made through the school to ensure that it is used for school items.

Criteria :
** Your average mark (all subjects) is 50% or above.
** The school fees are R4500 or less per year.
** The total monthly household income does not exceed R7500.
** You live & attend school in the Free State, Western, Eastern or Northern Cape.
** You are/will be 21yrs or younger in your matric year

** Twice a year, mid-year and in December, we check the reports in order to monitor, evaluate and give advice on progress made.
** Your money is paid in two installments.
** The first payment is sent to the school in February so that you can pay your school fund and purchase uniform or stationery items.
** If your mid-year report meets our criteria, we send the rest of your money via the school.

Public TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) College :
** These courses are shorter, less expensive and very effective in leading to employment.
** The African Scholars’ Fund supports scholars who are registered for Business and Engineering studies at Public TVET Colleges.

** Our areas of operation are the Eastern Cape [PE and Eastcape Midlands College] and the Western Cape [College of Cape Town and Northlink College].
** Bursaries are offered for full-time studies only.
** Should your application be successful, we will pay your registration and full course fees.

Criteria :
** You must present your matric certificate and/or current college results.
** Your average mark (all subjects) must be 50% or above.
** You must be 25 years or younger when applying.
** You must not be in receipt of any other bursaries (including NSFAS).

Closing dates are :
** 31 October for 1st trimester/semester every year
** 31 March for 2nd trimester every year
** 31 May for 2nd semester every year
** 31 July for 3rd trimester every year

Note :
** Remember, TVET colleges can act as a bridge to higher education where you could possibly earn credits toward a Technikon or University course.
** Instead of becoming a statistic, skill yourself by enrolling at a TVET college.

Please Note :
** Closing dates are 31 Oct for 1st trimester/semester, 31 March for the 2nd trimester, 31 May for 2nd semester, 31 July for 3rd trimester.
** Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
** Please post by standard post. Do not fax applications.

** Bursaries are offered for full-time courses only at FET colleges N1 – N6 and some Practical courses.
** Applicants must not be older than 25 years of age.
** Younger students will be given preference.
** A minimum of grade 10 with Maths and Science is required for technical courses.

** If already at college, a minimum of 50% in all tests and exams is required (60% for Orientation courses).
** Bursaries will not be granted to students who have other bursaries, including NSFAS.
** This will be checked with all bursary organisations and colleges.

** ASF Students who receive other bursaries will have to pay back funds received from ASF.
** Bursaries only cover course fees and registration.
** Bursaries do not cover accommodation – if you live far from college explain where you would stay and how you would pay for it.

The Following Have Been Included With Your Application :
** A certified copy of your latest high school certificate or report.
** Copies of all your previous college exam results, if applicable.
** Send statements of results, not just certificates.
** If at college, a printout of current CLASS TEST results MUST be included or the application will be disregarded.
** Payslips, pension receipts or other proof of income.
** A stamped, self-addressed envelope.
** A detailed letter in your own handwriting to motivate your application and explain your family circumstances.

Contact Address :
Unit EB02,
Tannery Park,
Belmont Road,
Rondebosch, 7700,
Cape Town, South Africa