Are you a top-performing student with a passion for mathematics and a dream of becoming an actuary? The 2026 Sanlam Actuarial Bursary Program is now accepting applications. Offered by one of South Africa’s leading financial services groups, this prestigious bursary provides talented individuals with full financial support, mentorship, and access to invaluable career development opportunities.
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About Sanlam Actuarial Bursary Program 2026
Sanlam offers bursaries to scholars who have enrolled to study actuarial science in 2025/26 as well as current students in their 1st/2nd/3rd year of actuarial science studies. Undergraduate Studies Current full-time actuarial science students (SA citizens and non-SA citizens) who are in their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of studies.
Brief Description
Scholarship Sponsor(s):Â Sanlam
Host Institution(s):Â Institutions in South Africa
Scholarship Worth:Â Fully Funded
Number of Awards:several
Study Level:Â Bachelors Degree
Nationality:Â South Africans
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Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Sanlam Actuarial Bursary Program 2026, you must meet the following requirements:
- Must be an Undergraduate Student
- Must be a South African
- Must be a current full-time actuarial science student who is in their 1st, 2nd, or 3rd year of studies.
- Must demonstrate academic ability and willing to succeed
- Must be a whiz at maths, enjoy a good challenge by solving difficult problems, and be willing to remain focused and disciplined through years of studying and training
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Benefits
- Tuition and accommodation fees
- Allowances for books, travel and pocket money
- Mentoring and academic support from Sanlam actuarial professionals
- Vacation work and networking opportunities with Sanlam staff
- Range of work rotation opportunities across a broad spectrum of disciplines
- Â General allowance (Books and pocket money)
- Guaranteed employment after completion of studies
- Continued support and payment towards actuarial board exams
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How to Apply for Sanlam Actuarial Bursary Program 2026
- Please apply online via https://careers.sanlamcloud.co.za/job/Bellville-Sanlam-Actuarial-Bursaries-WC/1163523101/ and attach the documentation as indicated above.
- Bursaries will be awarded on merit and in accordance with Sanlam’s employment equity plan in mind.
- No applications will be accepted via email or after the closing date.
- Closing Date: 30 June 2025
- Any queries are to be directed to ActuarialBursaries@sanlam.co.za
