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NSFAS ‘Provisionally Funded’ Status Explained

NSFAS Loan Repayment FAQs

    In this article, you will see the NSFAS Loan Repayment frequently asked questions (FAQs), kindly read the answers to any of your questions below. How are repayments calculated? Repayments of your student loan are based… NSFAS Loan Repayment FAQs

    Is NSFAS still a loan?

      ANSWER: The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a government entity that falls under the Department of Higher Education and Training. NSFAS operated as a loan until December 2017 and since 2018, NSFAS has… Is NSFAS still a loan?

      Do you pay back NSFAS?

        ANSWER: All students who received an NSFAS loan before the president’s announcement of free education in December 2017 need to repay the loan amount as per the signed loan agreement form. Should you have started… Do you pay back NSFAS?

        Why Would NSFAS Reject My Funding Mid-Way?

          ANSWER: Household income exceeding NSFAS requirements. Exceeded years of study. The student already obtained a diploma/degree. NSFAS does not fund a second undergrad Qualification. Read the NSFAS Requirement for more details.