Sefako Makgatho Online Application 2025-2026 Opening date

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Sefako Makgatho Online Application 2025-2026 Opening date

Do you have aspirations of attending the esteemed Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) to further your studies? Mark your calendars, because the 2025–2026 academic year application season is now open. This extensive guide will provide you with all the knowledge you need to complete the online application process.

Sefako Makgatho University Key Dates and Deadlines for 2025-2026:

The official application opening date for the 2025–2026 academic year is Monday, April 1, 2024. The deadline to submit your application is September 30, 2024. Don’t procrastinate! Early submission is highly recommended to ensure your application receives due consideration. Additional documents, such as academic transcripts and ID documents, may have separate submission deadlines. Pay close attention to these deadlines and submit all required documents well in advance.

SMU Official Closing Dates For the 2025-2026 academic year

The undergraduate and graduate applications will start in April 2024. Applications will be accepted until the following dates:

Undergraduate programs: Monday, July 29, 2024,
Postgraduate applicants: Monday, September 30, 2024.

How many qualifications or degrees can I apply for?

Applicants are allowed to apply for a maximum of two qualifications: first choice and second choice.

How can I apply for the 2025–2026 academic year?

Applicants have the option of applying online or by hand. Online applications are now limited to undergraduate qualifications for South African and international applicants who have written or are studying for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) and Independent Examinations Board (IEB) or who are studying at other South African universities.

How can I apply online to Sefako Makgatho University for the 2025-2026 academic intake?

To apply online, you’ll need to do the following:

Internet access and a valid email address are required.
must accurately fill out the online application form;
Names of your first and second choices of degrees (if relevant);
Pay the R300 application cost, which is non-refundable; and
Please upload the following files:
- certified copies of your ID or passport;
- Grade 11/12 results:
- academic record (if you have already attended other colleges, including SMU);
- and proof of payment of the non-refundable application fee.

How do I apply manually (hard copy)?

Download the application form from the SMU website (www.smu.ac.za).
Fill out the form completely, and with black ink (pen), answer all of the questions.
Ensure that the names on your identification paper (ID) and certificates are the same and in the same order; and
Include certified copies of your ID or passport, your Grade 11 or 12 results, your academic record (if you have attended other colleges, including SMU), and proof of payment of the non-refundable application fee.

How do I apply as an international student to study at SMU?

All non-South African citizens and non-permanent residents are required to obtain a study permit prior to registering as students. Applications for study permits should be submitted to the South African Home Affairs, Consulate, or High Commissioner in your country of residence or origin and should be in favour of Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU). The study permit should be submitted during registration.