Computer Science & IT

HP Inc South Africa Bursary Programme

HP Inc South Africa (administered by StudyTrust)

The HP Inc South Africa Bursary Programme funds talented South African students enrolled in undergraduate Computer Science or Engineering degrees at public universities, as part of HP's digital equity work. Administered by StudyTrust on behalf of HP Inc, it selects recipients mainly on academic achievement. Note that HP Inc is a separate company from Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), which has its own bursary.

Amount
Full bursary covering tuition, accommodation, meals, and books (value not publicly specified)
Deadline
Closed 30 September 2026
Renewable
Yes

Eligible Fields of Study

HP Inc South Africa (administered by StudyTrust) supports students in the following disciplines

Computer Science
Engineering (including Computer Engineering)

Eligibility Requirements

  • ✓ South African citizen
  • ✓ Enrolled for an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Engineering
  • ✓ Studying at a public institution of higher learning in South Africa
  • ✓ Average of 65% or above in the latest (mid-year / June) examinations
  • ✓ Selection is based mainly on academic achievement

What's Included

  • ✓ Tuition fees
  • ✓ Accommodation (university residence or equivalent private accommodation)
  • ✓ Meals
  • ✓ Books and stationery

How to Apply

Steps to complete your HP Inc South Africa (administered by StudyTrust) bursary application

  1. 1

    Read the instructions on StudyTrust's Bursary Applications page, then apply on StudyTrust's online platform during the application season (1 June to 30 September; the 2027 round closed on 30 September 2026)

  2. 2

    Create a profile and complete the online application form

  3. 3

    Upload your certified SA ID copy, Matric results and full academic record including your latest (mid-year) results

  4. 4

    Attach a head-and-shoulders photograph and proof of household income

  5. 5

    If applicable, include parents' death certificates or court child-support documentation

  6. 6

    Incomplete applications are not considered; shortlisted candidates are assessed mainly on academic achievement

Required Documents

  • 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
  • 📄 Matric certificate
  • 📄 Latest academic results
  • 📄 Head-and-shoulders photograph
  • 📄 Proof of household income
  • 📄 Parents' death certificates or court child-support documentation (if applicable)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for the HP Inc South Africa Bursary?
South African citizens enrolled for an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Engineering at a public institution of higher learning, with an average of 65% or above in their latest (mid-year) examinations. Selection is based mainly on academic achievement.
When does the HP Inc bursary open and close?
StudyTrust's application season runs from 1 June to 30 September each year. Applications for 2027 bursaries closed on 30 September 2026, and 2028 dates had not been announced as of 12 October 2026.
What does the bursary cover?
It is a full bursary covering tuition fees, accommodation (university residence or equivalent private accommodation), meals, and books and stationery. The exact monetary value is not publicly specified.
Is this the same as the HPE bursary?
No. HP Inc and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) split into two separate companies in 2015. The HP Inc South Africa Bursary is administered by StudyTrust and is distinct from the HPE Bursary Programme listed separately on this site.

2027 applications have closed

The 2027 application window closed on 30 September 2026.

StudyTrust runs the HP Inc bursary application season each year from 1 June to 30 September. Applications for 2027 bursaries closed on 30 September 2026; the 2028 round is expected to open around June 2027, but dates were not yet announced as of 12 October 2026.

Still need funding for 2027? See bursaries that are still open.

Check HP Inc South Africa (administered by StudyTrust)'s official site

Need help? Contact HP Inc South Africa (administered by StudyTrust):

Email: apply@studytrust.org.za

Phone: 011 403 1632

Information verified 2026-10-12. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.

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