How to Apply Online at WSU 2026

The Walter Sisulu University, located in Mthatha, East London (Buffalo City), Butterworth, and Komani (Queenstown) in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, is pleased to inform all prospective students that the application process for 2026 is now open as of June 1, 2025. Currently, you can apply for undergraduate or graduate courses at WSU by completing the necessary forms at www.wsu.ac.za, regardless of whether you are a local or foreign student.

Reasons to Apply to Walter Sisulu University?

Walter Sisulu University provides numerous undergraduate and graduate degrees, including bachelor’s, master’s, honors, PhD, diploma, higher certificate, and postgraduate diploma. WSU is the ideal place to develop your academic potential because of its high academic standards and significant emphasis on research.

Important Application Deadlines for 2026

Walter Sisulu University’s 2026 application window is currently open to the general public. Make sure to submit your application by the close of the deadlines below since they do not accept late applications.

International Applicants: September 30, 2025 (Don’t miss out!)
South African Applicants: October 31, 2025

How to Apply Online at Walter Sisulu University

WSU recommends all applicants apply online using the university’s official portal. To apply, go to Walter Sisulu University’s website and click “Apply Now.

Enter your personal and contact information.
Before continuing, agree to the terms and conditions.
Verify the prerequisites for the program you have selected.
Complete the application.
Asterisk (*) fields must be filled in.
Select the academic year and level of education.
Pick a minimum of three study programs.
Type in your academic results.
Upload all required files
Submit it early once you finish
You will receive an email confirming your submission.
WSU offers a free online application.

Required Documents for Walter Sisulu University’s 2026 Online Application

To complete your online application at the WSU, you must upload the following documents:

South African applicants:

National Senior Certificate (NSC) and the National Certificate Vocational (NCV)
Identity document (ID)
Proof of residence (not older than 3 months)
Recent academic transcripts (if applicable)
Grade 11 final results, as well as first-quarter or mid-year results

International Applicants:

All applicants must present certified and clear copies of the following documents during the application process; incomplete submissions will not be considered.

Passport
National Senior Certificate or equivalent
USAF accreditation

Make sure your documents are clear and submitted in the required format, as incomplete applications will not be considered.

Walter Sisulu University Application Fees

You are not required to pay for the application because WSU offers a free online application. All you need is to upload all the listed documents during the application before the closing date for the 2026 academic intake

Why Wait? Apply Now!

Visit the WSU website or get in touch with the admissions office for additional details

WSU Contact Details

Mthatha Campus

Postal Address:

- Walter Sisulu University
- Private Bag X1
- UNITRA
- 5117
- Nelson Mandela Drive

Telephone:

- Tel: (+27) 047 502 2844
- Fax: (+27) 047 502 2211
- For admission queries, telephone
- (+27) 047 502 2443/8

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