Sponsorship Applications Overview
The Department of Tertiary Education and Financing (DTEF) provides sponsorship to qualifying students in accordance with criteria published annually. Placement is coordinated through accredited institutions, including BA ISAGO.
Current Sponsorship Administration Includes:
- Local Public and Private Tertiary Institutions
- Accredited regional and international institutions

Eligibility Criteria for New Students:
- Must be Botswana citizens who are not gainfully employed.
- Must complete studies before age thirty-five
- Minimum cut-off is 36 points
- Upgraded results must meet the cut-off
- OVC, RAC and SEN applicants require a minimum of 31 points and Social Welfare certification.
Eligibility Criteria for Progression Students:
- Based on recognition of prior learning
- Limited to prioritised sponsorship field.
Eligibility Criteria for Re-sponsorship Students:
- Must not be under current sponsorship
- All outstanding modules must be completed within one academic year
- Must not have previously received re-sponsorship
- Must submit a complete transcript and financial clearance.

