Mike Brown Scholarship South Africa 2025
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At a glance
Summary
Nedbank Group is one of South Africa’s leading financial services providers, offering a wide range of banking solutions, including corporate and retail banking, asset management, and insurance. Headquartered in Johannesburg, Nedbank serves individuals, businesses, and institutions across Africa, with a strong presence in Southern Africa and strategic partnerships across the continent. The bank is known for its commitment to sustainability, digital innovation, and inclusive economic growth. The Nedbank Eyethu Ownership Plan is inviting students to apply for theMike Brown Scholarship, for the 2025 academic year.
What’s covered
Funding details
The scholarship will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, learning materials, equipment (such as laptops), accommodation, meals and a fixed stipend for daily living expenses. Additionally, scholars will also receive the following benefits: Opportunities for international study, with travel and accommodation costs covered.Psychosocial support and mentorship from top leaders to enhance guidance, inspiration and professional networking opportunities, expanding leadership skills and career prospects. Shortlisted applicants will undergo psychometric and other assessments and attend a virtual interview.
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Eligibility criteria
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 a South African citizenYou must have completed a Bachelor’s Degree with a strong academic record – a minimum overall average of 65% and a minimum of 60% for each courseYou must have obtained admission to study towards a postgraduate qualification (Honours or Master’s), preferably in a scarce and critical skill areaYou must have obtained admission to study at a public university or university of technology in South AfricanYou must have strong leadership potential, show innovation, and be committed to making a positive impact in your chosen fieldYou must be committed to South Africa’s economic growth and social development, especially in underserved areasPreference will be given to individuals of African, Indian, and Coloured descent to promote diversity and inclusion
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How to apply
Download and complete theMike Brown Scholarship Application Form 2025(.pdf) Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Mike Brown Scholarship. Submit the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified): ID document (certified copy)Most recent academic transcript, including 2024 results and 2025 mid-year results if applicableParents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)Parents or guardians proof of household income (letters of employment or latest payslips if employed: certified copy, not older than 3 months / IRP5, IT3 and IT12 forms for the past 2 years if only earning commission /affidavitif unemployed / pension slip or bank statement for other income forms (pension, grant, maintenance, rent, or interest from investments etc: not older than 3 months)Parents or guardians home loan account statement and city or town council rates and taxes statement (not older than 3 months)Parents, guardians and applicants latest 3 months’ bank statementsFinancial checks affidavit (download here) Applications must be submitted at the bursary office of your university.
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