The MacMillan Foundation offers money to help South African women who faced hardships in the past and want to study Architecture at a higher level. This program looks for smart students who need financial help to finish their education. The foundation pays for one year of university fees and gives students extra support through mentoring. This helps them feel ready to start their career as architects. The program aims to open doors for women who might not otherwise get the chance to complete their advanced studies in Architecture.
About the MacMillan Foundation Bursary 2025
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Bursary | MacMillan Foundation Bursary |
| Organized by | MacMillan Foundation NPC (supported by SNAPP Architects) |
| Duration | One academic year of funding (renewal subject to terms & progress) |
| Stipend | Covers one full academic year (subject to terms & progress) |
| Location | South Africa – for students at accredited South African universities |
Who Can Apply? Eligibility Rules Explained
Requirements for Applicants You need to be studying or planning to study a Postgraduate Architecture Degree at a South African university.
– The university must be officially recognized.
– You must be a South African citizen and a Black female according to South African B-BBEE rules.
– You should be under 35 years old when you finish your degree. You need good grades and a clean criminal record.
– You also need to show proof that you are registered at the university or have been accepted into the program. That’s all you need to apply.
Key Benefits You’ll Receive From This Bursary
– Students pay their school fees straight to the university for one year.
– The funding has a set limit & comes with basic rules.
– Students get help from mentors who give their time and share work contacts.
– Most students don’t need to work for us after they finish school. They just need to sign a form and tell us how they’re doing with their studies.
Step-by-Step Guide to the Application Process
Get the form from our website. You can choose PDF or Word format. Fill out all sections. You need these documents: –
– Your ID card copy with official stamp
– Your recent school grades
– Proof that you’re enrolled in university
– A letter from one of your teachers
– A list of any money you still owe to the university
– A legal statement if your parents don’t support you
– Your resume & work samples (only for architecture students) Email everything to
– admin@macmillanfoundation.co.za. Write the subject line exactly as shown on the form. Save a copy of your sent email. Make sure all documents are clear to read and have proper stamps. Remember to keep all files under 10 MB when you scan them.
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How Applicants Are Selected for the Bursary
– We first look at all applications to make sure they have all the needed documents.
– Then we pick students based on their grades, how much money they need and if they match what our Foundation wants to achieve.
– We might call some students to ask more questions or have a chat with them.
– At the end, our Trustees decide who gets the award. Students who are chosen must sign some papers and we work with their university to pay the money.
Important Application Deadlines and Dates
– You can find the start date for applications on our form & announcements from SNAPP/MacMillan.
– The deadline for the 2025 round is November 4, 2025.
– Make sure to send your full application before this date. We won’t accept any late or unfinished applications.
– If you are successful we will let you know around December 2 2025.
Why the MacMillan Foundation Bursary Is a Life-Changing Opportunity
– The scholarship covers your school costs so you can study without worrying about money.
– You also get helpful career guidance and can connect with working professionals who can help you start your job in architecture.
