{"id":11332,"date":"2024-03-01T07:34:09","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T07:34:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/50application.com\/?p=11332"},"modified":"2024-03-01T07:34:09","modified_gmt":"2024-03-01T07:34:09","slug":"cornerstone-institute-admission-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/cornerstone-institute-admission-requirements\/","title":{"rendered":"Cornerstone Institute Admission Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Cornerstone Institute Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n<div class=\" vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h3>Step 1<\/h3>\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3523791400\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>What are your dreams and aspirations?<\/p>\n<p>Where do you see yourself in the future?<\/p>\n<p>What are your gifts and skills?<\/p>\n<p>Will the programme of your choice equip you for your future?<\/p>\n<p>How much time do you have available to study?<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h3>Step 2<\/h3>\n<p>Based on the above, choose your programme of study.<\/p>\n<p>Choose whether you want to study full or part-time, online or on campus.<\/p>\n<table class=\"default\" style=\"height: 522px;\" border=\"1\" width=\"720\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"10\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td bgcolor=\"#808080\"><strong>Full Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#808080\"><strong>Part Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>BA Hons, Psychology (Academic) \u2013 minimum 1 year (campus)<\/td>\n<td>BA Hons, Psychology (Academic) \u2013 minimum 18 months (campus)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>BA Hons, Psychology (BPsych Equivalent) \u2013 minimum 18 months (campus)<\/td>\n<td>Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Intermediate Phase \u2013 minimum 2 years (online)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>BA Hons Community Development \u2013 minimum 1 year (campus)<\/td>\n<td>Bachelor of Theology in Community Leadership and Bachelor of Arts \u2013 minimum of 4 years (online or campus)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Intermediate Phase \u2013 minimum 1 year (online)<\/td>\n<td>Higher Certificate in Community Counselling \u2013 minimum 2 years (campus)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Higher Certificate in Business Studies minimum 2 years (online or campus)<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Higher Certificate in Community Counselling \u2013 minimum 1 year (campus)<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Higher Certificate in Business Studies minimum 1 year (online or campus)<\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\" vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\">\n<div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-3\">\n<div class=\"vc_column-inner \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element \">\n<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n<h3>Step 3<\/h3>\n<p>Complete the application form and ensure you have all supporting documents.<\/p>\n<p>Click one of the links below to download the appropriate form or submit\u00a0an online application.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Downloadable Application Forms<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/2026-Short-Course-Application-Form.doc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TESOL Short Course Application Form<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Undergrad-2026-Application-Form.docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Higher Certificates and Bachelor Degrees 2026 Application Form<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Postgrad-2026-New-Application.docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Advanced Diplomas and Post Graduate 2026 Application Form<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Online Applications<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/application.cornerstone.ac.za\/machform\/view.php?id=11656\">Higher Certificates and Bachelor Degrees<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/application.cornerstone.ac.za\/machform\/view.php?id=30127\">Advanced Diplomas and Post Graduate<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Bachelor Of Psychology Honours (BPsych. Equivalent) Application \u2013 Campus Only<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/CI-BPsych-Equiv-Application-Form-1.pdf\">Cornerstone Institute Application Form<\/a> \u2013 <i>can be emailed, delivered or posted.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/BPsych-Equivalent-Application-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BPsych Equivalent Dept Application form<\/a> \u2013 <i>must be delivered or posted. <\/i><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><i>No<\/i><\/span><span class=\"s1\"><i> emails accepted.<\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/CONFIDENTIAL-REFEREE-REPORT-edited.docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BPsych Equivalent Confidential Referee Forms<\/a> \u2013 <i>must be emailed or posted <\/i><\/span><span class=\"s2\"><i>by Referee\u00a0directly to Head of Dept of Psychology, Geraldine Franciscus <\/i><a href=\"mailto:geraldinef@cornerstone.ac.za\"><span class=\"s3\"><i>geraldinef@cornerstone.ac.za<\/i><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Admission information, study permit requirements, immigration matters and working while studying in South Africa<\/h3>\n<p><strong>The following information is pertinent to students who wish to study full-time at\u00a0the Cornerstone campus in Cape Town, South Africa.<\/strong> \u00a0It is vital to read the section regarding admission information, study permit requirements, immigration matters and working while studying in South Africa, before proceeding to the section Applying to Cornerstone Institute.<\/p>\n<p>Please follow this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uct.ac.za\/usr\/iapo\/apply\/ABSA_Health_Medical_Aid_Cover_Guide_2015.pdf\">link<\/a> for information about medical insurance for international students.<\/p>\n<h3>Admission Information<\/h3>\n<p>Once you have received a provisional acceptance letter from Cornerstone Institute, 60% of the annual tuition fee must be paid to Cornerstone Institute by the end of September in order for the registrar to issue you with a visa letter to apply for a study permit. (Many of our foreign students struggle to get their visa in time and end up arriving later for the start of lectures.) See below for study permit requirements.<\/p>\n<p>In adherence to South African Government rules and regulations, your final registration is subject to producing a valid study permit that can be applied for at the nearest South African representative, normally in your home country. For this purpose you will use the official visa letter issued by the Registrar. This letter must be presented to a South African diplomatic mission abroad, which has the authority to process applications for study permits. The South African Department of Home Affairs and South African diplomatic offices abroad are responsible for the regulations and procedures. Do not proceed to Cornerstone Institute without the study permit\/visa.<\/p>\n<p>Should you require financial aid, application needs to made by the end of September. The earlier it is submitted the better chance you have of being successful. Financial aid cannot be guaranteed and will not be more than 40% of the annual tuition fee. Cornerstone Institute does not receive a government subsidy for providing tertiary education, so bursaries are very limited.<\/p>\n<p>Should you require accommodation please contact the student services officer Beverley Dankers at <a href=\"mailto:beverleyd@cornerstone.ac.za\">beverleyd@cornerstone.ac.za<\/a>. Cornerstone does not offer student accommodation.<\/p>\n<h3>Study Permit Requirements<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Letter of Admission from Cornerstone Institute.<\/li>\n<li>Proof that sufficient funds are available for the proposed stay in South Africa to cover tuition fees, maintenance and incidental costs.<\/li>\n<li>Details regarding arranged accommodation, which should be in Cape Town or surrounding areas. (The Embassy requires proof of residence, i.e. a formal letter with a lease agreement from the owner of the residence. Cornerstone cannot supply this.)<\/li>\n<li>A police clearance certificate.<\/li>\n<li>The expiry date of your study permit is very important. It is your own responsibility to apply for an extension 30 days before it expires.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Repatriation guarantee<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You should provide a medical certificate as provided for on the study permit application form and particulars of, or arrangements made with regard to, medical insurance\/cover in South Africa . You will also need to submit medical and radiological reports, which should be less than six months old and relevant certificates if you are married, widowed, divorced or separated.<\/li>\n<li>If the duration of your studies is longer than one year, you will have to lodge a cash deposit or bank guarantee equivalent to the airfare or transportation costs to your country of origin for repatriation purposes. Please keep the receipt issued for the guarantee for a possible extension of your study permit in South Africa . The cash deposit will only be reimbursed once you are back in your home country.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Immigration Matters<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Formal admission to Cornerstone Institute does not guarantee the issuing of a study permit.<\/li>\n<li>Students without valid study permits cannot be registered at Cornerstone Institute.<\/li>\n<li>Permit Applications should be made at least 30 days prior to the date of departure.<\/li>\n<li>All documents required when you apply for a study permit or visitor\u2019s visa, must be originals or certified copies. (A certified copy is a photocopy of the original document with an original certified stamp that the authorised person [Commissioner of Oaths] has seen the original document. An uncertified photocopy of the original or a photocopy of a certified copy is not sufficient.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Working while studying in South Africa<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>The holder of a study permit may conduct part-time work as long as the period does not exceed 20 hours per week and may also work full-time during academic vacations.<\/li>\n<li>A holder of a study permit may also be granted permission to conduct work in the form of practical training in a field related to his\/her studies, on submission of the following documentation:\n<ul>\n<li>A letter from Cornerstone Institute confirming that practical training is required or advantageous to complete the intended study, and<\/li>\n<li>A letter from the prospective employer offering practical training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>NBT Remote Writers<\/h3>\n<p>If writing the National Benchmark Tests is a requirement for your studies, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nbt.ac.za\/content\/register-remote-writer\">apply here<\/a> to write them in your own country.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>What are your dreams and aspirations?<\/li>\n<li>Where do you see yourself in the future?<\/li>\n<li>What are your gifts and skills?<\/li>\n<li>Will the programme of your choice equip you for your future?<\/li>\n<li>How much time do you have available to study?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Step 2<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Based on the above, choose your programme of study.<\/li>\n<li>Choose whether you want full or part-time studies, in the day or in the evenings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table class=\"default\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Full Time<\/td>\n<td>Part Time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>BA (Hons) Psychology \u2013 minimum 1 year (afternoon\/evening classes)<\/td>\n<td>BA (Hons) Psychology \u2013 minimum 18 months<br \/>\n(afternoon\/evening classes)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Arts \u2013 minimum 3 years<br \/>\n(day classes)<\/td>\n<td>Postgraduate Certificate In Education Intermediate Phase \u2013 minimum 2 year<br \/>\n(e-learning only)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Advanced Diploma in Intermediate Phase Teaching \u2013 minimum 1 year (e-learning)<br \/>\nBachelor of Theology and Bachelor of Arts \u2013 minimum 3 years (day classes)<\/td>\n<td>Bachelor of Theology \u2013 minimum 5 years<br \/>\n(day classes)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Higher Certificate Community Counselling \u2013 minimum 1 year (day classes)<br \/>\nHigher Certificate Business Studies \u2013 minimum 1 year (e-learning and evening classes<\/td>\n<td>Bachelor of Arts \u2013 minimum 5 years<br \/>\n(day classes or e-learning)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td>Higher Certificate Community Counselling \u2013 minimum 2 years<br \/>\n(day classes)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><\/td>\n<td>Higher Certificate Business Studies \u2013 minimum 2 year<br \/>\n(evening classes or e-learning only)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Step 3<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete the application form and ensure you have all supporting documents.<\/li>\n<li>Click one of the links below to download the appropriate form or submit\u00a0an online application.<strong>Downloadable Application Forms<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/2016-application-form-short-courses.pdf\">Certificates\u00a0and Short Courses\u00a02016 Application Form<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Undergrad-2016-New-Application.pdf\">Higher Certificates and Bachelor Degrees 2016 Application Form<\/a><a href=\"http:\/\/cornerstone.ac.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Postgrad-2016-New-Application.pdf\">Advanced Diplomas and Post Graduate 2016 Application Form<\/a><strong>Online Applications<\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/application.cornerstone.ac.za\/machform\/view.php?id=11656\">Higher Certificates and Bachelor Degrees<\/a>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/application.cornerstone.ac.za\/machform\/view.php?id=30127\">Advanced Diplomas and Post Graduate<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-1379807521\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cornerstone Institute Admission Requirements Step 1 What are your dreams and aspirations? Where do you see yourself in the future? What are your gifts and skills? Will the programme of your choice equip you for your future? How much time do you have available to study? 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