Old Mutual Imfundo Trust Scholarship
Provided by:Old Mutual / Imfundo Trust
Description
The Old Mutual Imfundo Trust Scholarship provides financial assistance to South African students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies in various fields, particularly within the investments industry. Established in 2011, the Imfundo Trust aims to promote the acquisition of knowledge. The scholarship is open for the 2026 academic year, targeting students enrolled in disciplines such as Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, and Climate Studies. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including being a South African citizen and demonstrating satisfactory academic performance. Selection will involve interviews with shortlisted candidates. Applicants must submit an online application along with required documentation by 30 September 2025 to be considered for this opportunity.
Funding & Program Benefits
Eligibility Requirements
- Must be a South African citizen
- Currently in Matric OR completed Matric
- Studying or intend on studying full-time in eligible fields
- Entering 1st or 2nd year of study in 2026 (except Climate Studies, which is for postgraduate only)
- Studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited institution
- Minimum overall average of 70% in mid-year Matric exams
- Minimum 70% in Mathematics and 70% in English FAL or 60% in English HL
- Minimum overall average of 65% in most recent exams (if currently studying)
- Preference for students from rural and township backgrounds
Required Documents
- Clear photograph (head and shoulders)
- South African ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 final results and Matric June results (if currently in Matric)
- Matric certificate (if completed Matric)
- Full academic record and latest available results (June 2025 examination results or progress report)
- Proof of parents or guardians household income
- Parents death certificates if deceased
- Letter from the court stating child support amounts (if parents are divorced)