EY South Africa has opened applications for its 2027 Bursary Programme, offering financial support and career development opportunities to students pursuing the Chartered Accountancy (CA) stream.
The programme is designed for talented students who demonstrate academic excellence, commitment to becoming Chartered Accountants, and financial need.
EY aims to support students from school level through university and into professional careers by providing funding, training opportunities, and a pathway into the accounting profession.
About the EY Bursary Programme
EY awards bursaries to students who have:
- A strong commitment to qualifying as a Chartered Accountant
- An academic record showing potential for success
- Financial need where applicable
In exchange for the bursary support, successful students are required to work at EY for the duration of their training contract, which is a minimum of three years.
Available EY Bursary Opportunities
EY South Africa offers two bursary categories:
1. Academic Merit with Financial Need Bursary
This bursary may cover one or more of the following:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Books
- Meals
2. Academic Merit Bursary
This bursary provides support towards tuition fees based on academic performance.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to:
- Matric students planning to study Chartered Accountancy
- University students currently pursuing CA stream studies
Applicants must demonstrate academic ability and interest in building a career as a Chartered Accountant.
Application Requirements
University Applicants Must Submit:
- CV
- Certified ID document
- Certified matric certificate
- Certified full academic record including 2026 mid-year results
- Parents’ payslip or affidavit confirming unemployment
- Student’s three-month bank statement
Matric Applicants Must Submit:
- CV
- Certified ID document
- Certified matric certificate and Grade 11 results
- Certified Grade 11 full report
- Grade 12 Term 1 and Term 2 results
- Parents’ payslip or affidavit confirming unemployment
Applicants must upload documents as a combined PDF under the “Additional Optional Attachment” section.
Application Period
Applications are open from:
1 July 2026 to 30 September 2026
Chartered Accountant Career Path at EY
Students who join EY through the CA training pathway will complete a three-year training contract:
First Year – Assistant
Trainees gain client experience and prepare for the Qualifying Exam 1 (Initial Assessment of Competence).
Second Year – Senior
Trainees take on greater responsibilities and prepare for the Qualifying Exam 2 (Assessment of Professional Competence).
Third Year – Supervisor
Final-year trainees manage assignments, supervise junior trainees, and develop leadership skills.
After completing training requirements and passing examinations, trainees can register with SAICA as Chartered Accountants CA(SA).
Benefits of the EY Bursary Programme
Successful applicants can gain:
- Financial support for CA studies
- Professional development opportunities
- Exposure to a global professional services organisation
- A pathway into EY’s training programme
- Practical workplace experience
How to Apply
Interested students should prepare their required documents and submit an application through the EY South Africa bursary application portal before the deadline.
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