How Much Do UFS Students Get From NSFAS?
How Much Do UFS Students Get From NSFAS? Nsfas outstanding fees 2024
The amount of financial aid a University of the Free State (UFS) student may receive from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) can change depending on a number of variables, including the student’s financial need, their year of study, the price of tuition and housing, as well as other related expenses. NSFAS offers a variety of financial aid, such as financial aid for travel, books, meals, and lodging in addition to tuition.
The precise amount a student may receive will be based on their unique situation and the funds that are available at the time. NSFAS offered eligible students enrolled in South African public universities for the academic year a maximum annual combined allowance for tuition, housing, and additional allowances. On the basis of government financial allocations and other variables, this sum could, however, vary from year to year. How Much Do UFS Students Get From NSFAS?
NSFAS Allowances
Nsfas outstanding fees 2024
Book Allowance
An annual book allowance of up to R5,200 is available to all NSFAS students.
In February 2024, students who have been registered for the entire school year will receive the maximum book allowance.
Students who are enrolled for just one semester will be given an R2 600 book allowance.
Please be aware that if you decide to discontinue your studies after receiving your annual book allowance for the second semester, you will be responsible for paying the remaining R2 600.
For pupils enrolling for the entire school year, the book allowance will be distributed in two payments of R2 600 each during the week of February 10th, 2024.
Meal Allowance
Except for distance learners, all NSFAS students are eligible for a meal allowance of up to R15 000 per year.
The allowance for students enrolled for the entire academic year will be distributed over 10 months (Feb–Nov).
Students enrolled for just one semester will get R7 500 spread out over five (5) months (Semester 1: Feb–Jun or Semester 2: Jul-Nov).
Private Accommodation Allowance
Before an application for private housing may be taken into consideration, a valid lease agreement must be uploaded.
Following the approval of your application for private housing, you will be paid during the first week of the following month.
Your most recent rental payment will be included in the initial payment.
Your rental’s length and cost will determine your payment.
Please be aware that whether you are staying at home or in an on-campus residence, you will not be compensated for your private accommodations.
Moreover, distance learners are not eligible for the private housing stipend. A student who is enrolled for the entire year in 2024 is eligible for a maximum private housing allowance of R34 400.
The most a student can pay in one semester is R17 200.
FINANCIAL AID FOR PROSPECTIVE, CURRENT, AND POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
The university reserves the right to amend without prior notice, the regulations and bursary/loan values and/or conditions applicable to the awarding of bursaries/loans.
Important notice
The University Access Programmes (UAP), which are bridging programs, are not funded by NSFAS.
If you successfully complete your UAP year, you must pay for your own studies and apply for mainstream courses the following year.
Only the Higher Certificates offered through the UFS South Campus are eligible for NSFAS financing.
For NSFAS support, students who received a Higher Certificate must reapply.
CONTACT DETAILS
Telephone number: +27 51 401 9111 (OPTION 3)
Bloemfontein Campus:FinAidenquiriesbfn@ufs.ac.za
South Campus:FinAidenquiriessouth@ufs.ac.za
Qwaqwa Campus:FinAidqwa@ufs.ac.za