Cornerstone Institute Bursary South Africa 2026

Cornerstone Institute is a registered non-profit private higher education provider dedicated to empowering students through accessible, values-driven learning. The institution offers a wide range of accredited undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, including certificates; short courses; degrees; and honours programmes. Their qualifications offered fall within the fields of Humanities, Entrepreneurship and Economic Transformation. With both online and on-campus study options, Cornerstone enables students from South Africa and beyond to pursue quality education that fits their lifestyle and career goals.

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 must be committed to completing your studiesYou must have a laptop that is less than 5 years oldYou must have internet accessYou must live within 1 hour travelling distance of Salt River, Cape TownYou must fall into either 1 of these categories:School leaver:recently completed school with a strong academic records and lack the finances to pursue a higher educationUnemployed youth or adult:between the ages of 18 and 35 years old, unemployed and wishing to enhance your chances of employability by completing a qualificationWorking professional:currently employed and wish to upskill, advance your career, and unlock new opportunities

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Applications must be submitted online at:Cornerstone Institute Give Back 100 Bursary Application Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Cornerstone Institute bursary. Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified): Grade 11 Report, if currently in MatricGrade 12 Report, if currently in Matric (certified copy)Matric Certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)Further Qualification Certificates, if applicableLatest academic transcripts, if applicableMotivational Letter: detailed letter demonstrating your commitment and goalsProof of Financial Need: parents or guardians proof of household income or affidavits if unemployedLetter of Recommendation from a parent, teacher, or employer (at least 1)Award or Recognition Certificates, if applicable