EY has opened applications for its Chartered Accountancy Bursary Programme 2027.
The opportunity is available to qualifying South African Matric learners and university students.
Applicants must intend to pursue a career as a Chartered Accountant.
The programme supports students studying towards Chartered Accountancy qualifications at SAICA-accredited institutions.
The EY Bursary 2027 closing date is 30 September 2026.
EY Chartered Accountancy Bursary 2027
EY offers bursary opportunities to students pursuing Chartered Accountancy qualifications.
The programme has two bursary categories.
These are the Academic Merit Bursary and the Academic Merit with Financial Need Bursary.
The bursary programme is linked to EY’s Chartered Accountancy training pathway.
Successful bursary recipients may enter an EY training contract after completing their studies.
However, applicants should carefully review the conditions attached to both the bursary and training contract.
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Who Can Apply for the EY Bursary?
The bursary is available to qualifying South African citizens.
Applicants can be current Matric learners or university students.
They must have a strong academic record.
Applicants must also have achieved at least four As in Matric, excluding Life Orientation.
Furthermore, they must study or intend to study towards Chartered Accountancy.
Their programme must be offered through a SAICA-accredited institution.
Applicants should also demonstrate strong Accounting ability.
Financial-need applicants must provide additional household-income information.
Two EY Bursary Categories
EY provides two forms of bursary support.
Academic Merit Bursary
This bursary is intended for applicants with strong academic performance.
It provides funding towards a portion of tuition fees.
Applicants should demonstrate the required academic performance.
Academic Merit with Financial Need Bursary
This option considers both academic performance and financial need.
Depending on the applicant’s circumstances, funding may cover:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Books
- Meals
Applicants seeking financial-need support must provide relevant household-income documentation.
SAICA-Accredited Chartered Accountancy Programmes
Applicants must study or intend to study towards a Chartered Accountancy qualification.
The qualification must be offered through a SAICA-accredited programme.
The supplied information lists institutions including:
- University of the Witwatersrand
- University of Johannesburg
- University of Pretoria
- University of Cape Town
- Stellenbosch University
- University of the Western Cape
- Rhodes University
- University of the Free State
- North-West University
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- University of Fort Hare
- University of Limpopo
- University of Zululand
- University of Venda
- Walter Sisulu University
- University of South Africa
- Nelson Mandela University
- Monash
- Institute of Accounting Science
Applicants should confirm that their specific Chartered Accountancy programme is SAICA-accredited.
Documents for Matric Learners
Current Matric learners should prepare the required supporting documents.
These include:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of ID
- Grade 11 final results
- Matric Term 1 results
- Matric Term 2 results
- University acceptance letter
- 2027 university fee pro forma or invoice
Applicants should ensure that their documents are accurate and complete.
Documents for University Students
Current university students should prepare:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Certified copy of ID
- Matric certificate
- Full university academic record
- 2026 mid-year academic results
- Latest three months of bank statements
Applicants applying for financial-need support must also provide the required household-income information.
Financial Need Requirements
The Academic Merit with Financial Need Bursary requires proof of household income.
Applicants may provide documents such as:
- Latest payslips where employed
- Affidavit where unemployed
Applicants should ensure that financial information is accurate.
Incomplete financial information may affect the assessment of the application.
Important PDF Upload Requirement
Applicants should pay close attention to the document upload instructions.
The supplied application instructions state that supporting documents must be combined into one PDF document.
The combined PDF should be uploaded under the Additional Optional Attachment section of the EY application system.
Although the section is labelled “optional”, applicants should follow the bursary instructions and upload the requested documents.
EY Chartered Accountancy Training Contract
The bursary is connected to EY’s Chartered Accountancy training pathway.
Successful bursary recipients may enter an EY training contract after completing their studies.
The training contract is connected to the practical training required on the route towards becoming a Chartered Accountant.
Applicants should carefully review the bursary and training-contract conditions.
How to Apply for EY Bursary 2027
EY provides separate application routes for Matric learners and current university students.
Applicants should select the application stream that matches their current study status.
Before applying, confirm that you meet the academic and programme requirements.
Prepare all required documents before completing the online application.
Apply for EY Chartered Accountancy Bursary 2027
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Use the application link above to continue with the EY bursary application.
Applicants should select the correct stream and upload the requested supporting documents.
Before submitting, review the application carefully.
EY Bursary 2027 Closing Date
Applications close on 30 September 2026.
Late applications will not be accepted according to the supplied information.
Applicants should therefore complete their applications before the deadline.
EY Bursary 2027 Quick Facts
Organisation: EY
Programme: Chartered Accountancy Bursary Programme 2027
Academic Year: 2027
Location: South Africa
Target Group: Matric learners and university students
Field: Chartered Accountancy
Institution: SAICA-accredited programme
Matric Requirement: At least four As excluding Life Orientation
Bursary Types: Academic Merit and Academic Merit with Financial Need
Application Method: Online
Closing Date: 30 September 2026
Final Reminder
The EY Chartered Accountancy Bursary 2027 supports South African students pursuing Chartered Accountancy.
Both Matric learners and current university students can apply.
Applicants need strong academic results and must study through a SAICA-accredited programme.
Financial-need applicants must provide supporting household-income documents.
Most importantly, applicants should submit their applications before 30 September 2026.
Disclaimer
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