What Does NSFAS Funding cover?
The expenses catered for can encompass tuition, registration fees, and allowances tailored to each student’s study circumstances. NSFAS extends financial support to all eligible students to offset tuition and registration expenses. Those funded by NSFAS and intending to pursue university studies will receive supplementary allowances to address expenses such as textbooks, transportation, lodging, meals, and personal care. Similarly, students funded by NSFAS planning to enrol in a TVET college will receive supplementary allowances covering transportation, accommodation (including meals), and personal care needs.
Additionally, NSFAS-funded students with disabilities will receive funding by the allowances allocated for TVET and university students, which may include assistive devices like wheelchairs, specialized computer equipment, and human assistance, depending on their specific requirements.
What expenses does NSFAS funding encompass? Applicants approved for NSFAS funding are covered for:
- Enrollment fees
- Tuition expenses
Upon confirmation of your funding, you may also be eligible for allowances for the following:
- Subsistence allowance
- Educational materials
- Personal grooming products
- Housing or transportation costs
Requirement For Applying For NSFAS in TVET Colleges
Access to excellent education is a basic right, and the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) plays a critical role in ensuring that qualified students can pursue their studies without financial restraints. If you want to attend a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution in South Africa, you should apply for NSFAS financing, and to apply you must provide the following;