🌸 Monocle Foundation Bursary Programme 2025 | Empowering Black South African Women Through Education
Established in 2014, the Monocle Foundation is a philanthropic educational trust that provides tertiary-level scholarships to previously disadvantaged black females in South Africa. Our mission is to break financial barriers and empower women through education, giving them the opportunity to unlock their full potential and lead change in their communities.
Over the years, the Monocle Foundation Bursary has transformed the lives of numerous South African women and continues to expand its reach with the goal of becoming one of South Africa’s leading scholarship providers.
💡 Our Mission
We are committed to investing in women’s futures by:
- Improving access to quality education
- Promoting financial literacy
- Providing career development resources
- Advocating for gender equality and empowerment
At Monocle, personal growth, education, and leadership are at the heart of our work — not just for our employees, but for society at large.
“Investing in girls' education is the very best thing we can do, not just for our daughters and granddaughters, but for their families, their communities, and their countries.”
— Michelle Obama
🎓 What the Monocle Foundation Bursary Covers
Successful bursary recipients receive comprehensive support, allowing them to focus on their academic success without financial stress.
✅ Full tuition fees
✅ Accommodation fees
✅ Laptop and study materials allowance
✅ Book allowance
✅ Subsistence allowance
✅ Career counselling and mentorship
✅ A free Microsoft Office course
📚 Accepted Fields of Study
The Monocle Foundation supports women studying in a wide range of academic fields, including:
- Accounting
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Engineering
- Finance
- Mathematics
- Medicine
👩🏽🎓 Application Eligibility
To qualify for the Monocle Foundation Bursary 2025, applicants must:
- Be a black female South African citizen
- Have limited or no financial assistance
- Be in their second year of study or higher at a recognized South African university
📝 Application Requirements
Applicants are required to submit:
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A motivational letter addressed to The Trustees of The Monocle Foundation Trust, including:
- Background information
- Field of study
- Career ambitions
- Motivation for applying
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Latest academic record (university-stamped)
- Matric certificate
- Breakdown of required funds (tuition, accommodation, materials, etc.)
- Graduate degree certificate (if applicable)
⚙️ Application Process
- Screening: Initial review by the Trust Administrator
- Telephonic Interview: Shortlisted applicants are contacted
- Meet & Greet: Informal discussion with the Trust Administrator
- Trustee Interview: Final interview with a Trustee
- Finalisation: Confirmation of successful applicants
💬 Beneficiary Testimonial
“Today I can boldly say that I hold in hand the passport to my future. Thank you, Monocle Foundation Trust, for enabling me and many others to prepare for our future today.
Let me know if you need assistance.