Are WITS University Applications Open For 2026

The 2026 academic year application season at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) is approaching once more. If you’re interested in attending WITS University, the application window will open soon, so get ready!

Wits University will open applications for admission for the 2026 January intake in March 2024. In the interim, you can concentrate on learning more about the program you want to enroll in, making sure you meet the requirements, and assembling the required documents.

WITS University Opening and Closing Dates For 2026 (January intake)

Saturday, March 1, 2025: Applications are open for all programs.
Monday, June 30, 2025: Applications close for programs in the Faculty of Health Sciences, Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Audiology, Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology, and BA Film and TV.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025: Applications close for all remaining programs and residence applications.

WITS University Application Fee and Payment:

Depending on your country, there are differences in the application fee. Prospective applicants must submit their applications along with evidence of payment for these fees before the closing date. The following costs are non-refundable in any circumstance:.

The application fee for South African citizens is R100.
For international applicants, the fee is R700.

How to Pay the Wits Application Fee

Paying your Wits University application fee is a straightforward process! Here’s how you can do it, depending on your location and preferred method:

In South Africa:

Cash: Head to either:

Wits Fees Office: Ground Floor, Solomon Mahlangu House, Braamfontein Campus East, Jorissen Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
Any Standard Bank branch: Choose the Braamfontein branch with branch code 004805 and account number 200 346 385.

Electronic transfer (EFT):

Transfer the exact amount using your number as the reference. Use the following details:

Bank: Standard Bank
Branch: Braamfontein
Branch code: 004805
Account number: 200 346 385

Internationally:

Electronic transfer (EFT): Transfer the equivalent of R100 using your number as the reference. Use the following details:

Bank: Standard Bank
Branch: Braamfontein
Branch code: 004805
Account number: 200 346 385
Swift code: SBZAZAJJ

WITS University Required Documents For 2026

Provide the documents below during the application process

Certified copies of your Matric certificate and any other relevant qualifications.
Your South African ID book, card, or passport.
Proof of payment of the application fee
A certificate of good conduct stamped by the institution’s registrar

Steps to submit a new application to Wits University for 2026 Admissions

Follow the steps below to apply to WITS for the 2026 January intake

Visit the Wits University online application portal at www.wits.ac.za
Select and click on the APPLY NOW tab
Create an account, or log in if you already have one.
Complete all the required fields marked with asterisk (*)
Select your desired program(s) and ensure you meet the entry requirements.
Pay the application fee.
Upload all the required documents.
Submit your application and wait for an acknowledgment email.
Track your application status through the online portal.

Contact information of the University of the Witwatersrand (WITS)

Postal Address:
- Private Bag 4
- WITS
- 2050
Telephone Number
- +27 (0)11 717 1888
- +27 (0)11 717 1000

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