PPS Pioneer Scholarship South Africa 2023

 

ABOUT THE SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER – PPS FOUNDATION

The PPS Foundation was formed in 2016, with the main goal of improving access to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields and nurturing the talent of youth in South Africa. Since the foundation was formed, over 105 students have received funding for their tertiary studies.

The PPS Foundation was formed by PPS, an authorised financial services provider, who provides customised investment, healthcare and insurance solutions for graduate professionals. PPS is the only company in South Africa that is a mutual financial services solely for graduate professionals.
 

ABOUT THE PPS PIONEER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

PPS is inviting students to apply for the Pioneer Scholarship, for the 2023 academic year.

Scholarships will be awarded for studies towards STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) related qualifications.

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 PPS Pioneer Scholarship.
 

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ABOUT THE PPS PIONEER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME – SELECTION & RENEWAL

Shortlisted candidates may be required to attend interviews before final selection is made.

Scholarship holders must submit their statement of academic results at the end of each semester as soon as they are available. Students who do not submit their academic results or perform poorly may have their scholarship withdrawn.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE PPS PIONEER SCHOLARSHIP

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 citizen
  • You must have completed Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full time, preferably towards a STEM degree (or NQF 7 equivalent)
  • You must be studying or enrolled to study at a public tertiary institution in South Africa
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 85% in your most recent studies
  • Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged, deserving students

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE PPS PIONEER SCHOLARSHIP

Applications must be submitted online at: PPS Pioneer Scholarship Application 2023

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the PPS Pioneer Scholarship.
 

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):

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric certificate (certified copy)
  • Full academic record to date, including most recent transcripts, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
  • Proof of registration for the current academic year (on institutions letterhead)
  • Financial Statement from University student finance department
  • Proforma invoices for prescribed books
  • Lease agreements, if living in private accommodation
  • Proof of parents or guardians household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of grant or pension if applicable)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE PPS PIONEER SCHOLARSHIP

31 January 2023.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE PPS PIONEER SCHOLARSHIP PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact PPS directly:
Email: infoppsfoundation@pps.co.za
 

Please do NOT contact PPS 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 January 2023.

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.