Online Application for All South African Universities

Planning to apply for admission? Most South African universities now offer fully digital application processes, allowing both local and international students to apply from anywhere. Whether you’re seeking undergraduate or postgraduate admission, this guide links you directly to each institution’s online application platform to help you get started quickly and easily.

Online Application Portals for South African Universities

• Online Application at the University of South Africa (UNISA)
• Online Application at the University of Johannesburg (UJ)
• Online Application at the University of Cape Town (UCT)
• Online Application at Stellenbosch University
• Online Application at the University of Pretoria (UP)
• Online Application at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
• Online Application at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
• Online Application at North-West University (NWU)
• Online Application at Nelson Mandela University
• Online Application at Rhodes University
• Online Application at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
• Online Application at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
• Online Application at Durban University of Technology (DUT)
• Online Application at Vaal University of Technology (VUT)
• Online Application at the University of the Free State (UFS)
• Online Application at the University of Limpopo
• Online Application at the University of Zululand (UniZulu)
• Online Application at Walter Sisulu University (WSU)
• Online Application at Central University of Technology (CUT)
• Online Application at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU)
• Online Application at Sol Plaatje University
• Online Application at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP)

How to Apply Online to Universities in South Africa

1. Visit the University’s Official Website
   Use the links above to go directly to your preferred institution’s online application portal.
2. Create a Student Account or Login
   First-time applicants must register using an email address or student number.
3. Upload Required Documents
   These include certified copies of your ID or passport, academic transcripts, and supporting certificates.
4. Pay the Application Fee
   Most universities charge a non-refundable fee between R100–R500. This can usually be paid via EFT or online payment.
5. Submit Before the Deadline
   Deadlines vary by institution, but most applications close between August and November for this academic year.