Allan Gray Scholarship for Grade 8 2023: Allan Gray Scholarship programme aims to produce a confident scholar with entrepreneurial thinking, unlocked potential, leadership qualities, a desire to create value, ability to solve problems, an aspiration and intention to be a Fellow, an understanding of the culture of community and collaboration, and a positive attitude. The Scholarship Programme is designed to equip the youth with an entrepreneurial mindset to enable future generations to redress the inequalities of the past and to continue the economic and social transformation of Southern Africa.

Requirements for Allan Gray Scholarship for Grade 8

Our Scholarship Programme targets financially constrained Grade 6 learners who have significant entrepreneurial potential. Their 70% overall academic average allows them to apply for the opportunity to be placed in a quality South African High School environment for learning and growth. Their potential is nurtured through a programme which combines classroom learning with online and peers learning, as well as one-on-one interventions and access to the Foundation Online Campus (OLC). Scholars are further supported through mentorship by a dedicated Programme Officer.

Ensure you meet the following requirements before applying:

• Scholarship Application Form 2021
• Completing Grade 6 in 2021
• Minimum average of 70%
• Minimum average of 70% for Mathematics and English
• Clearly demonstrate financial need (Household income must not exceed a monthly gross income of R20 000)
• South African citizen
• Candidates must not be older than 12 years of age and not younger than 11 years of age in grade 6
• Certified copies of ALL required documentation
• Active cellphone number for SMS notifications of application status
• Please submit using the information below. Should you have any queries please contact the call centre on 086 123 2463

PLEASE NOTE: Post Office strikes may delay the delivery of your application form. Consider registered mail, fast mail and courier services to avoid disappointment.

Selection Process

Application form download

Applications Deadlines

The deadline to submit Allan Gray Scholarship Application Form for 2023 studies, is 30 September 2021.

GCRA Bursary Monthly Allowance and how to Apply for 2022:

Did you know that GCRA is responsible for building a pool of skilled, capable and ethical workforce for the Gauteng City Region. This is done through different interventions, i.e., bursaries, internships, learnerships, skills programmes, etc.

The GCRA bursary programme is open to all qualifying youth, with particular preference given to youth from Gauteng, who wish to study for an undergraduate and/or post-graduate programme at an accredited and registered Post School Education and Training institution in South Africa. The bursary covers full cost of study, with conditions, as stipulated in the bursary contract.

How much does GCRA Bursary Monthly Allowance amount to?

There is no exact amount in terms of how much GCRA Bursary pays to students. The amount depends on course fees and other costs associated with the studies. GCRA bursaries cover amongst others, tuition fees, books accommodation and meals. Learners who receive bursaries will be legible for internship opportunities within the Gauteng Provincial Government and other strategic partners in the province.

How to Apply for GCRA Bursary for 2022? 

• Address: 17 Diagonal Street, Old JSE Building 5th Floor, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2113
• Tel: +27 11 556 9000
• E-mail: GCRACommunications@gauteng.gov.za

1. GCRA bursary online application is available for all applicants. Register a profile on the GCRA website job center section.
2. Prepare the following document to accompany your application:
   • Certified copy of ID
   • Certified copy of your Grade 12 / highest qualification results
   • Proof of residence
   • Acceptance letter from the Institution

How to Write a Motivational Letter for NSFAS Appeal: On this page, you will learn how to write a motivational appeal letter to NSFAS, stating the reasons why you are appealing your application status.

NSFAS Motivational Letter Sample

Dear Mr. Man, 

My name is Sipho Ngwenya, I am in my second year at the University of Johannesburg , studying a BA Public Relations Degree. I am so grateful for the funds I have received from your institution for the last year of studies. I wouldn’t have been able to attend a university without it.

Unfortunately, I have just been notified that my NSFAS funding is ending because my marks were lower than expected. Last year, my family has been in a very difficult situation. My mother was diagnosed with cancer. As a result of her condition, I have spent a lot of time going back and forth to Port Elizabeth, where my family lives. Of course, this has taken precious time away from the time I can dedicate to school. This hasn’t allowed me to study as much as I would like, and certainly not as much as I studied during the first year of my degree.

Fortunately, my lectures have been very understanding of my situation and are willing to go extra miles in supporting me with my subjects.

A university education means the world to me. Without your help, financing my degree won’t be possible. I’m requesting that you review my case and reconsider me for funding. I am under very pressing circumstances and could use your help greatly. Thank you very much for taking the time to go over my appeal.

You will find my transcripts attached to this letter. You will also see the appeal form from your organization. If you need any other information, please contact me by phone or email and I will provide you with it.  

Sincerely,

Sipho Ngwenya

How to Appeal NSFAS Rejection?

Follow these steps to appeal your NSFAS rejection:

1. Log into your MyNSFAS account by CLICKING HERE.
2. Click the Track Funding Progress option.
3. Check the application progress tabs.
4. If your application status reflects that it is unsuccessful, then you may submit an appeal by clicking on the Submit Appeal tab.
5. Once you are on the Application Appeal page, you’ll be able to see the reason for your unsuccessful application status.
6. Write a motivational letter stating the reasons why you are appealing your application status.
7. Your motivational letter must not exceed 1000 characters (words including spaces).
8. Upload certified supporting documents to support your motivation. A maximum of 5 documents.
9. Click Submit Appeal.
10. You will be able to track the progress of your appeal via your MyNSFAS account.