Talk to a real student. Book a 1-on-1 guidance session with a verified university student or recent graduate for help with your NSFAS application, UCT, Wits, UKZN, or any other South African university application.
1-on-1Real conversations
R50+Per session
VerifiedCurrent students
Why Talk to a Peer Advisor?
Real experience, not a brochure
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They were in your seat recently
Our advisors applied to university themselves in the last few years. They remember exactly what was confusing and what they wish someone had told them.
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Ask the questions you can't Google
"Is this course actually as hard as people say?" "What's the campus really like?" Get honest answers a prospectus will never give you.
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NSFAS guidance from people who've done it
Many advisors went through the NSFAS process themselves and can help you avoid common mistakes that delay applications.
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Verified and accountable
Every advisor submits proof of enrolment or graduation before being approved. Sessions are rated, and reports are reviewed by our team.
How It Works
3 steps
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Browse advisors
See who's available, what they studied, and what other learners have rated their sessions.
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Book a session
Pick a topic — application help, NSFAS, what a specific university or course is really like — and book a time that works for you.
Cost: Most sessions are R50–R60 for 30–60 minutes, set by each advisor.
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Get on the call and ask away
Sessions happen over secure screen-sharing. After your session, you can rate your advisor and book again if it helped.
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A university application assistant on StudyLynk is a current university student or recent graduate who has been verified and offers 1-on-1 guidance sessions to matric learners. They can help with application questions, NSFAS guidance, and what to expect at specific universities like UCT, Wits, or UKZN, based on their own recent experience.
Is it free to talk to a university application assistant?
Sessions are arranged through StudyLynk and pricing is set per advisor, with most sessions falling in the R50 to R60 range for a 30 to 60 minute call. You need a free StudyLynk account to book a session.
Can a university advisor help with my NSFAS application?
Yes. Many of our advisors went through the NSFAS application process themselves in the last few years and can walk you through common mistakes, what documents you need, and how to track your application status.
How do I become a university application assistant on StudyLynk?
If you are a current university student or graduate, you can apply through your StudyLynk account. You will need to submit proof of enrolment or graduation. Once approved, you can set up your advisor profile and start accepting bookings.