"Open / Closed" is calculated from today's date vs the application deadline.
- University of Pretoria (UP) Application Fee: R300Registration Fee: R11000Application Deadline: 2026-06-30Applications for the University of Pretoria (UP) 2027 academic year open on April 1, 2026. The closing date for the Faculty of Veterinary Science is May 31, 2026. The closing date for all other undergraduate programs is June 30, 2026. Postgraduate Applications are also open!!
- Stellenbosch University (SU) Application Deadline: 2026-07-31Stellenbosch University (SU) undergraduate applications for the 2027 intake open on April 1, 2026, with a general closing date of 31 July 2026. It is crucial to submit all required documents and apply before this deadline, as late applications for undergraduate studies are generally not accepted.
- Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Application Fee: R240Registration Fee: R1500Application Deadline: 2026-07-31Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) applications for the 2027 academic year open on April 1, 2026. While specific faculty closing dates may vary, the general closing date for most applications is typically 31 July 2026. Applications are strictly online through the TUT website.
- North-West University (NWU) Application Fee: R150Registration Fee: R12855Application Deadline: 2026-08-31Please note that applications for the 2027 academic year will open on 1 June 2026. Prospective applicants will be able to submit their applications online from 1 June 2026 until the closing date which will be announced in due course. Visit the official NWU site for the finalised deadline, the one provided on our site is estimation deadline made based on the previous NWU application window period.
- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) Application Fee: R300Registration Fee: R4500Application Deadline: 2026-08-31Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) 2027 applications open on 1 April 2026. The closing dates are 31 July 2026 for all undergraduate programmes and 31 August 2026 for postgraduate programmes. Late applications are not accepted, so early application via the online portal is recommended.
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) Application Fee: FreeRegistration Fee: R3500Application Deadline: 2026-09-30CPUT applications for the 2027 academic year are expected to open in May 2026, with closing dates anticipated around August or September 2026 for most undergraduate programs. While specific 2027 dates are pending, based on previous cycles, closing dates are generally set for August for non-SA citizens and September for SA citizens.
- Central University of Technology (CUT) Application Fee: FreeRegistration Fee: R1453Application Deadline: 2026-09-30The Central University of Technology (CUT) applications for the 2027 academic year close on 30 September 2026 for all undergraduate, Advanced Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, and Honours programmes. Applications open on 1 April 2026, and the university does not accept late or walk-in applications.
- Durban University of Technology (DUT) Application Fee: R250Registration Fee: R5260Application Deadline: 2026-09-30The general closing date for 2027 Durban University of Technology (DUT) applications via the Central Applications Office (CAO) is September 30, 2026. However, specific programmes, particularly in the Faculty of Arts and Health Sciences, may have earlier deadlines, often around July 31, 2026. Always confirm the date in the CAO handbook.
- Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) Application Fee: R250Registration Fee: R4000Application Deadline: 2026-09-30Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) applications for the 2027 academic year generally close on 30 September 2026 for most undergraduate programs. Prospective students are encouraged to apply earlier via the CAO website, as certain faculties may close earlier, particularly for engineering or popular courses.
- Nelson Mandela University (NMU) Application Fee: FreeRegistration Fee: R1770Application Deadline: 2026-09-30Nelson Mandela University (NMU) 2027 applications open in April 2026, with main closing dates on 30 June 2026 for Health Sciences (MBChB, Pharmacy, Radiography) and 30 September 2026 for most other undergraduate programs. Early applications close on August 3, 2026. Applications for residence and international applicants also close on 30 September 2026.
- Rhodes University (RU) Application Fee: R100Registration Fee: R7227Application Deadline: 2026-09-30Rhodes University (RU) undergraduate applications for the 2027 academic year are scheduled to open on April 1, 2026, and close on September 30, 2026. It is highly recommended to submit applications early via the Rhodes University Online Admission portal to ensure timely processing and consideration for residence.
- University of Cape Town (UCT) Application Fee: R100Registration Fee: R34500Application Deadline: 2026-09-30For the 2027 academic year, UCT undergraduate applications close on 31 July 2026. Applications for 2027 open on 1 April 2026. It is crucial to submit applications before this date, as late applications are typically not accepted. Postgraduate applications for 2027 close on 30 September 2026.
- University of Fort Hare (UFH) Application Fee: R120Application Deadline: 2026-09-30Applications for the University of Fort Hare (UFH) 2027 academic year are scheduled to open in April 2026, with the general application window running through to 30 September 2026. It is recommended to check the official University of Fort Hare Admission portal for specific faculty deadlines, as some programs may vary
- University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Application Deadline: 2026-09-30For 2027 entry at the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), applications are currently open, with primary closing dates of 30 June 2026 for Medicine and Health Science programmes and 30 September 2026 for all other undergraduate programmes. Applications are processed through the Central Applications Office (CAO).
- University of Limpopo (UL) Application Fee: R200Registration Fee: R3000Application Deadline: 2026-09-30University of Limpopo (UL) applications for the 2027 academic year officially open on 1 April 2026. While the specific closing date for 2027 is not yet explicitly published. The closing date provided is not finalised yet, please stay in touch for the final date.
- University of South Africa (UNISA) Application Deadline: 2026-09-30
- University of Venda (UNIVEN) Application Fee: FreeRegistration Fee: R2710Application Deadline: 2026-09-30The University of Venda (UNIVEN) applications for the 2027 academic year are scheduled to open on 1 May 2026 and will likely close around September 2026.
- University of the Free State (UFS) Application Fee: FreeRegistration Fee: R9900Application Deadline: 2026-09-30Applications for the 2027 academic year at the University of the Free State (UFS) open on April 1, 2026. While general applications often close on September 30, selection programmes (like medicine or nursing) have earlier deadlines, typically May 31, 2026, so applying early via the UFS Online Application portal is highly recommended.
- University of the Western Cape (UWC) Application Fee: FreeRegistration Fee: R1810Application Deadline: 2026-09-30UWC undergraduate applications for 2027 open on April 1, 2026, and close on September 30, 2026. For Dentistry and Oral Health programmes, the closing date is earlier, on August 31, 2026. Early application is recommended to ensure all documents are submitted, as space is limited.
- University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) Application Fee: R100Registration Fee: R9340Application Deadline: 2026-09-30Wits University (University of the Witwatersrand) applications for 2027 entry close on June 30, 2026, for the Faculty of Health Sciences, Architecture, Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology, and BA Film and TV. All other undergraduate program applications and residence applications close on September 30, 2026. Apply early to avoid disappointment.
- Vaal University of Technology (VUT) Application Deadline: 2026-09-30The Vaal University of Technology (VUT) 2027 academic year applications are expected to open on April 1, 2026, and close on September 30, 2026. It is highly recommended to apply early as some programs may close earlier, and the university often experiences high application volumes.
- Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Application Deadline: 2026-10-30
- University of Johannesburg (UJ) Application Fee: FreeRegistration Fee: R5950Application Deadline: 2026-10-31The University of Johannesburg (UJ) applications for the 2027 academic year are expected to open on 1 April 2026 and close on 31 October 2026. Online applications are free of charge, but popular programmes may fill up early, so early application is advised.
- University of Zululand (UNIZULU) Application Fee: R250Application Deadline: 2026-10-31The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) 2027 academic year applications are officially open, with the closing date set for 31 October 2026. Prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students are encouraged to apply early through CAO to avoid missing out. Ensure all documents are prepared early to meet this deadline.
- Walter Sisulu University (WSU) Application Fee: R100Registration Fee: R5000Application Deadline: 2026-10-31Walter Sisulu University (WSU) applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 April 2026 and close on 31 October 2026. Prospective students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible after opening to ensure course availability, as applications are done online through the official WSU website.
- University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Application Fee: R200Registration Fee: R5985Application Deadline: 2026-11-30Applications for the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) 2027 academic year open on 01 June 2026 and close on 30 November 2026. Applications are done online, and prospective students are advised to submit their documents early to secure a spot for the 2027 intake, as outlined on the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Application Dates 2027 page.