The National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) was established by the National Department of Human Settlements as a Development Finance Institution (DFI) in 1996, with the principal mandate of broadening and deepening access to affordable housing finance for low-to-middle income South African households.
Bursary description
The National Housing Finance Corporation (NHFC) is a development finance institution that supports the creation of affordable housing for low- and middle-income South African households. To enhance expertise and opportunities within the housing finance sector, NHFC has established a bursary fund for tertiary education. NHFC welcomes applications from eligible students who are pursuing their second year of study or postgraduate studies in specific fields, granting them the chance to be considered for the NHFC Bursary Fund.
Be a financially disadvantaged South African Citizen
Demonstrate a strong academic record and exceptional achievements
While the NHFC typically grants the full bursary amount, it retains the right to prioritise tuition fees, prescribed books, and course materials. Other needs like student accommodation will receive lower priority. The NHFC Bursary can be renewed annually based on academic performance.
How to apply
In order to apply for the NHFC Bursary Fund, fill out the application at the application link and add the following supporting documents:
Grade 12 and past Academic results
R.S.A. Bar Coded ID Document
Proof of admission by the University
Academic record on the official letterhead of the University
ID of Parent/Guardian
IDs/Birth Certificates of all persons listed as part of household
Proof of Monthly Income of Parent/Guardian
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. All applications should be forward to: bursary@nhfc.co.za
