{"id":36924,"date":"2016-04-02T10:46:06","date_gmt":"2016-04-02T10:46:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/saadmissions.com\/?page_id=618"},"modified":"2016-04-02T10:46:06","modified_gmt":"2016-04-02T10:46:06","slug":"unisa-payment-methods","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/unisa-payment-methods\/","title":{"rendered":"Unisa Payment Methods"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Unisa Payment Methods<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h1>Payment methods<\/h1>\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-2964134175\"><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>For your convenience, we provide a variety of different payment methods. The following table details ways to pay, payment channels, plus refund and other information. In the case of electronic transfers, please ensure that the reference field is completed correctly. No cash or cheques will be accepted at any Unisa office. Cash can, however, be paid into the university\u2019s bank account at any Standard Bank branch.<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" width=\"100%\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\" width=\"15%\">Debit cards<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\" width=\"60%\">Debit card payments are only accepted if you pay or register in person at Unisa in Sunnyside\/Florida or at one of the regional offices. Unisa web payment link:<strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment<\/a><\/strong> (this is a secure site)<\/p>\n<p><strong>NOTE: <\/strong>Library fines and accounts can <strong>only<\/strong> be paid via EFT or bank deposit (<strong>not<\/strong> credit, debit or Unisa web credit card payment systems).<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\" width=\"25%\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">Credit cards<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Credit cards are restricted to Visa and Mastercard. Credit card payments are accepted if you pay or register in person at Unisa in Sunnyside\/Florida or at one of the regional offices. Unisa web payment link:<strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment<\/a><\/strong> (this is a secure site)<\/p>\n<p><strong>NOTE: <\/strong>Library fines and accounts can <strong>only<\/strong> be paid via EFT or bank deposit (<strong>not<\/strong> credit, debit or Unisa web credit card payment systems).<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Please note that these are real-time transactions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">Unisa web credit card payments<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Unisa web payment link:<strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment<\/a><\/strong> (this is a secure site)<\/p>\n<p><strong>NOTE: <\/strong>Library fines and accounts can <strong>only<\/strong> be paid via EFT or bank deposit (<strong>not<\/strong> credit, debit or Unisa web credit card payment systems).<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Please note that these are real-time transactions.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">Postal orders, money orders<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Postal orders and money orders should be made payable to Unisa.<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">This method of payment will only be accepted if posted to the university.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">Telegraphic money order (TMO)<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Students must state surname, first names, address, student number (if known) and for what purpose the payment is made. The TMO must be addressed to \u201cUnisa\u201d Unisarand for delivery and payment by the Unisarand Post Office.<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">Bank deposit<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Bank deposits can be made at any Standard Bank branch in South Africa<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>if you already have a student number<\/li>\n<li>in respect of fees, for example: study fees, examination fees (supplementary, sick or special exam fees), exemption fees and library charges<\/li>\n<li>provided that the deposit slip is correctly filled in as follows:\n<ul>\n<li>Deposit reference: first eight (8) blocks are for the student number (If the student number consists of only 7 digits, then a \u201c0\u201d must be filled in as the first digit of the student number) leave one block open, then fill in the code number 5400374721 for study fees, 5400374225 for Library fees or 5352X74608 for Matriculation Exemption fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Ensure that the deposit slip is correctly filled in as follows:\n<ul>\n<li>Deposit to: Unisa student deposits<\/li>\n<li>Bank account number: 096R<\/li>\n<li>Deposit reference: first eight (8) blocks are for the student number (If the student number consists of only 7 digits, then a \u201c0\u201d must be filled in as the first digit of the student number). Leave one block open, then fill in the following codes:\n<ul>\n<li>5400374721 for study fees<\/li>\n<li>5400374225 for library fees<\/li>\n<li>5352X74608 for matriculation exemption fees<\/li>\n<li>5370810030 for the application fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>If a cheque is deposited, write your student number on the back of the cheque<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Should any of the information on the bank deposit slip be incomplete or incorrect, the transaction will not be processed by the bank and\/or may cause a delay in the allocation or transfer of funds to your account and as such the university cannot be held liable for delays caused.<\/p>\n<p>Payments will be allocated within two days, except over weekends, to the study fees account provided that all the information on the deposit slip is correct.<\/p>\n<p>Only bank guaranteed cheques will be accepted for deposit. You must write your student number on the back of the cheque.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">Internet\/electronic payments<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Please note that Unisa is a pre-approved beneficiary.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Select Unisa on the beneficiary field.<\/li>\n<li>You will not be required to complete the bank account or branch code details.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure that the reference field is completed correctly.\n<ul>\n<li>Deposit reference: first eight (8) blocks are for the student number (if the student number consists of only 7 digits, then a \u201c0\u201d must be filled in as the first digit of the student number). Leave one block open, then fill in the following codes:\n<ul>\n<li>5400374721 for study fees<\/li>\n<li>5400374225 for library fees<\/li>\n<li>5352X74608 for matriculation exemption fees<\/li>\n<li>5370810030 for the application fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Should any of the information on the bank deposit slip be incomplete or incorrect, the transaction will not be processed by the bank and\/or may cause a delay in the allocation or transfer of funds to your account.<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-108264202\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3946980994\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<p>Payments will be allocated within two days, except over weekends, to the study fees account provided that all the information on the deposit slip is correct.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">Refunds<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">\n<ul>\n<li>Requests have to be made in writing and must be signed by the registered student. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/contents\/study\/docs\/RefundForm.pdf\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Download the refund form<\/a> (PDF)<\/li>\n<li>Requests can be e-mailed to <a href=\"mailto:finan@unisa.ac.za\">finan@unisa.ac.za<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Refunds will be processed within 21 days from receipt of request.<\/li>\n<li>Credit balances exceeding the total study fees paid by sponsors or bursaries will be refunded to the sponsor or bursary concerned.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">No refunds for credit balances less than R100.00 will be allowed. <strong>Application and acceptance<\/strong> fees are <strong>non-refundable<\/strong>.<br \/>\nRefund requests must be accompanied by proof of payment.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">General<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">\n<ul>\n<li>The university reserves the right not to render services to students with outstanding balances.<\/li>\n<li>Receipts and statements of accounts will be issued to registered students only. It remains the student\u2019s responsibility to submit the document to the relevant sponsor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\">International students Please note that this bank account can ONLY be used by international students.<\/th>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">The preferred method of payment is credit card via the Unisa website. Unisa web payment link:<strong> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/feepayment<\/a><\/strong> (this is a secure site). Alternatively, you can make payment by means of a SWIFT\/EFT transfer (see bank account details below).<\/p>\n<p>SWIFT\/EFT transfers can be made<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>if you already have a student number<\/li>\n<li>in respect of fees, for example: study fees, examination fees (supplementary, sick or special exam fees), exemption fees and library charges<\/li>\n<li>provided that the details are filled in as follows:\n<ul>\n<li>Bank: Standard Bank<\/li>\n<li>Beneficiary: Unisa student deposits<\/li>\n<li>Branch code: 010645<\/li>\n<li>Swift code: SBZAZAJJ<\/li>\n<li>Account number: 011554622<\/li>\n<li>Deposit reference: first eight (8) blocks are for the student number (if the student number consists of only 7 digits, then a \u201c0\u201d must be filled in as the first digit of the student number). Leave one block open, then fill in the following codes:\n<ul>\n<li>5400374721 for study fees<\/li>\n<li>5400374225 for library fees<\/li>\n<li>5352X74608 for matriculation exemption fees<\/li>\n<li>5370810030 for the application fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Please note that credit card payments are real-time transactions. Submit proof of payment to <a href=\"mailto:international@unisa.ac.za\">international@unisa.ac.za<\/a>.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Bank payments<\/h2>\n<p>Please note that Unisa now banks with Standard Bank. Should you need to make payments at a Standard Bank branch, please r<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.unisa.ac.za\/contents\/study\/images\/standard-bank-deposit-slip.jpg\" alt=\"Standard Bank deposit slip for Unisa payments\" align=\"right\" \/>efer to the following sample deposit slip.<\/p>\n<table border=\"0\" width=\"290\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" align=\"left\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"subheading\" colspan=\"2\">Complete the deposit slip according to this table:<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">1<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Unisa student deposits<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">2<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">096R<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">3<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">8 digit student number<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">4<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">Leave a block empty after your student number<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\">5<\/td>\n<td bgcolor=\"#efefef\"><strong>Reference number<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>a) <strong>Study fees<\/strong> \u2013 5400374721<br \/>\nb) <strong>Matriculation fees<\/strong> \u2013 5352X74608<br \/>\nc) <strong>Learning centre<\/strong> \u2013 5400374071<br \/>\nd) <strong>Library fees<\/strong> \u2013 5400374225<br \/>\nf) <strong>Application fee <\/strong>&#8211; 5370810030<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-1620000461\"><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>Unisa Payment Methods Payment methods For your convenience, we provide a variety of different payment methods. 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