Sanlam Bursary South Africa 2026

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – SANLAM

Sanlam was founded in 1918 originally as a life insurance company, but over the years the company has evolved to become a diversified financial services business with a local and international footprint. The group provides individual and institutional clients with financial solutions across all market segments, through its business clusters, namely Sanlam Investments; Sanlam Emerging Markets; Sanlam Corporate; Sanlam Personal Finance and Santam.

Sanlam currently employs approximately 18 000 staff members, services over 10 million clients and is listed on the JSE (Johannesburg Stock Exchange) as well as on the NSE (Namibian Stock Exchange).

The group operates throughout Africa (including South Africa; Swaziland; Zambia; Botswana; Namibia; Nigeria; Tanzania; Mozambique; Uganda; Kenya; Malawi; Ghana and Rwanda), as well as in the United Kingdom, Malaysia, India, with additional business interests in Australia, the USA and Philippines.
 

ABOUT THE SANLAM BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Sanlam is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate studies, towards an Actuarial Science qualification.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Sanlam Bursary.
 

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MORE ABOUT THE SANLAM BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & OTHER BENEFITS

The bursary will provide cover the following expenses: tuition fees, accommodation, book allowance and pocket money.

Bursary recipients will also receive the following benefits:

  • Continuous support and payment towards actuarial board exams
  • Vacation work and networking opportunities with Sanlam staff
  • Mentoring and academic support from actuarial professionals at Sanlam
  • Guaranteed employment after graduation
  • Various rotation opportunities across a broad spectrum of disciplines

 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE SANLAM BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You may be a South African citizen
  • You must be currently in Matric (in 2025) and intend on studying full-time towards an Actuarial Science qualification in 2026 OR you must be a studying full-time towards an Actuarial Science qualification (in your 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of study)
  • Current undergraduate students: you must demonstrate academic ability and a will to succeed
  • Current Matric students: you must have achieved a minimum result of 90% for Mathematics and an overall average A symbol (final Matric results may be used as determining factor)
  • Current Matric students: you must have excellent Mathematical skills, be able to solve difficult problems and be committed to remaining focused and disciplined throughout your studies and training

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE SANLAM BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at: Sanlam Bursary Application 2026

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Sanlam bursary.
 

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation with the online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
Current undergraduate students:

  • ID document (copy only)
  • Full academic transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
  • Proof of registration and/or Fee Statement (on institutions letterhead)
  • Matric certificate (copy only)
  • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, with focus on: academics, extra-mural activities and leadership skills
  • Motivational letter to support your application (see further details on the application page)

Current Matric students:

  • Grade 11 final results (copy only)
  • Matric mid-year results (copy only)
  • NBT results, if available (copy only)
  • Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, with focus on: academics, extra-mural activities and leadership skills
  • Motivational letter to support your application (see further details on the application page)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE SANLAM BURSARY

30 June 2025.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Sanlam directly:
Email: ActuarialBursaries@sanlam.co.za
 

Please do NOT contact Sanlam if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in February 2025.

SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.