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 2027 academic year.
Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate studies, towards an Actuarial Sciences qualification.
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
Final Matric results will be assessed when awarding bursaries.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by no later than 1 October 2026. If you do not receive any feedback by this time, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
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 2026) and intend on studying full-time towards an Actuarial Science qualification in 2027 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 2027
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 2026.
(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
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