High School Bursary Programme

Inspiring you to dream big

Applications for 2025 are now closed

Frequently asked questions:

When can I apply?

Applications for 2025 are now closed.
Who may apply?
Please note the following application criteria:
- Applicants must be going into Grade 10, 11 or 12
- Applicants must be able to prove financial need and academic
  potential
- Applicants must display good academic potential in the
  fields of pure Maths, Accounting and Science
- Applicants must be have been enrolled at a school that meets
  our criteria for a minimum of one year at the time of application. School criteria includes:
  Should have a minimum of 75% of their learners
  taking Pure Maths
  90% matric pass rate (minimum) with 80% university entrance qualification
  75% of learners should get 50% or above in Pure Maths
  A good English pass rate with at least 80% of learners
  obtaining above 50%
- Applicants must be South African citizens
- Please note that there are limited high school bursaries
  available
- Meeting the minimum selection criteria does not imply that your
  application will be successful
How do I apply?

Applications for 2025 are closed.
May non South Africans apply for the bursary?

Unfortunately non South African students will not be eligible to apply for the bursary. Investec wishes to encourage and promote South Africans to further their studies and qualifications in the hope that they will contribute significantly to the economic development of the country and to fully participate in the broader South African society.
May I reapply for the bursary programme if I was previously unsuccessful?

Yes. You may reapply if your previous application was unsuccessful however, you will need to adhere to the minimum requirements specified in the section above.
May I apply for any of the bursaries if I intend to do Maths Literacy?

Unfortunately, we only fund students who are doing pure maths.
May I apply for the bursary if I am planning on schooling internationally?

Unfortunately, we do not fund international studies.
Am I allowed to change schools once I have been accepted for the bursary?

Unfortunately, once you have been accepted you are not allowed to change schools.
Do I have to reapply for the next Grade once I have been accepted?

No. You will be funded throughout High School.
Do I automatically qualify for the University Bursary after Grade 12?

Unfortunately, you have to apply for the Investec CSI University Bursary

Nhlakanipho Mkhize, Theo Jackson Scholarship Fund recipient at Jeppe

My aspirations are to become a Mathematics professor and to contribute to the education of this country.

High School Bursary Partner Organisations

Student Sponsorship Programme

Investec sponsors scholarships to study at top South African high schools to students who demonstrate academic excellence and financial need. Each student is mentored by an Investec staff member and attend events to gain exposure to Investec and the workplace.

Theo Jackson Scholarship Fund

This fund provides scholarships at Jeppe High School for Boys to underprivileged and financially disadvantaged boys. They also assist the boys with extra lessons in English and Maths. Various events are hosted for these students to gain exposure to Investec and to experience the workplace.

SAILI Programme

Investec partners with Diocesan School for Girls and St Andrews in Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, to provide good quality education to disadvantaged children with academic potential from the surrounding community.

Other high school programmes

We also run various Maths and Science programmes

Investec High School Bursary Programme