J.P. Morgan Bursary
J.P. Morgan South Africa (administered by StudyTrust)
The J.P. Morgan Bursary has been a full-cost undergraduate bursary for South African students in finance, business, engineering and technology, administered by StudyTrust with applications on the LEAP platform. As of 12 October 2026 we could not confirm a 2027 round: the bursary no longer appears on StudyTrust's list of administered programmes, and J.P. Morgan's South African site does not advertise one.
- Amount
- Full-cost bursary (tuition, accommodation, books, meals, allowance, laptop)
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Duration
- Full undergraduate degree (subject to performance)
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
J.P. Morgan South Africa (administered by StudyTrust) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Currently in Matric or studying at a recognised South African university
- ✓ Average of 65% or higher in the latest matric or university results
- ✓ Studying or intending to study a qualifying degree in finance, business, engineering or IT
- ✓ Demonstrate financial need
- ✓ Strong motivation for a career in financial services or technology
What's Included
- ✓ Full tuition fees
- ✓ Accommodation (residence or equivalent private accommodation)
- ✓ Meal allowance
- ✓ Stationery and books
- ✓ Transport allowance
- ✓ Personal computer if needed
- ✓ Mentorship and exposure to J.P. Morgan's South African operations
- ✓ Potential internship and graduate opportunities at J.P. Morgan
How to Apply
Steps to complete your J.P. Morgan South Africa (administered by StudyTrust) bursary application
- 1
Check whether a 2027 J.P. Morgan round is listed on the LEAP platform (leap.ly) or on StudyTrust's bursary page before preparing an application
- 2
Open the J.P. Morgan bursary opportunity (leap.ly/opportunities/309)
- 3
Complete the online application form
- 4
Upload certified copies of all required documents
- 5
Complete any assessments requested by StudyTrust
- 6
Attend an interview if shortlisted
- 7
Receive bursary offer
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Certified matric results or latest university transcript
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised institution
- 📄 Proof of household income (payslips, SASSA letters, affidavit if unemployed)
- 📄 Certified parents'/guardians' IDs
- 📄 Motivational letter
- 📄 CV
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which fields does the J.P. Morgan Bursary fund?
- Finance, accounting, economics, investment management, actuarial science, computer science, IT, engineering and business - all aligned to the careers J.P. Morgan offers in its South African operations.
- How do I apply?
- Past rounds ran on the LEAP platform (leap.ly/opportunities/309) and were administered by StudyTrust. As of 12 October 2026 we could not confirm that a 2027 round is open there, so check the LEAP opportunity and StudyTrust's bursary list before preparing an application.
- When does the J.P. Morgan Bursary close?
- Past rounds closed on 30 September. As of 12 October 2026 no 2027 round had been confirmed on StudyTrust's or J.P. Morgan's official sites, so the 2027 status is unknown. Do not rely on dates from bursary listing sites.
- Is there a guaranteed J.P. Morgan job after I graduate?
- No - the bursary is not a binding work-back. However, bursars receive mentorship and are strongly considered for internships and graduate roles within J.P. Morgan's South African business.
When do 2027 applications open?
J.P. Morgan South Africa (administered by StudyTrust) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
Past J.P. Morgan bursary rounds, administered by StudyTrust, opened mid-year and closed on 30 September. As of 12 October 2026 the bursary was not on StudyTrust's list of administered programmes and J.P. Morgan's South African site did not advertise it, so treat any 2027 date you see elsewhere with caution.
Check J.P. Morgan South Africa (administered by StudyTrust)'s official siteInformation verified 2026-10-12. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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