For current university students (1st, 2nd, or 3rd year):

• Must be a South African citizen
• Enrolled full-time in Actuarial Science
• Demonstrated academic excellence
• Strong motivation and leadership potential

For learners intending to study Actuarial Science in 2026:

• Must be a South African citizen
• Grade 11 final results (2024) and Grade 12 mid-year results (2025) required
• Minimum 90% for Mathematics and overall A average
• NBT results (if available)
• Final Matric results may be used to determine award
• Strong extra-mural, academic, and leadership record

Required Documents:

For university students:

• Full academic transcripts
• Proof of registration or fee statement
• Certified copy of Matric certificate
• Certified copy of South African ID
• CV with academic, leadership, and extracurricular details
• Motivational letter answering:
  • What does an actuary do?
  • Why Actuarial Science?
  • What makes you suitable?
  • Why should Sanlam choose you?
  • Backup career plan if not successful as an actuary

For Grade 12 learners:

• Final 2024 Grade 11 results
• Mid-year 2025 Grade 12 results
• Final Matric results (if available)
• NBT results (if available)
• Same CV and motivation letter as above