University Late Applications 2025 In South Africa

University Late Applications 2025 In South Africa, The online late application for 2025-2026 in South Africa is now open.

Most South African universities now permit late admission for the 2025 intake, so fresh applicants and those who missed the initial deadline have a second chance to apply. You are urged to act quickly since the spaces are limited.

The late application portal for the 2025-2026 academic year in South Africa is now accessible to both domestic and international students. In general, 2025 applications have ended, but a few universities have reopened their online applications for late admissions due to the limited number of spots available.

Application Dates For 2025 Late Admissions

Late applications for nearly all universities began on November 1, 2024, and are slated to close on February 28, 2025. Because there are only a few available courses, prospective students should visit the official website as soon as possible to apply.

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How to Apply for the available spaces (Late Admission)

To apply for available courses after the closing date, prospective learners must complete the late application form and submit all essential documentation within the application period specified by the university. The following documents generally are needed, depending on the university and the courses that are offered

• A completed application form
• Recently certified matric results (not older than one year)
• Copies of your ID document and National Senior Certificate
• Proof of administration fee payment
• A valid email address and phone number

Application Fees

Application fees vary among universities. Some institutions charge late fees, while others may waive fees for both South African and international applicants. Notably, the following universities do not charge an application fee:

• University of South Africa (UNISA)
• University of Free State (UFS)
• Rhodes University (RU)
• University of Pretoria (UP)
• University of Johannesburg (UJ)
• University of Western Cape (UWC)
• Stellenbosch University (SU)

What You Need to Apply for Late Application in South Africa

Key Requirements for Late Application in South Africa:

• Working phone number
• Email address
• Soft copies of necessary documents
• Internet access
• Current residential location
• ID number or passport number
• Supporting documents must be certified at a neighborhood police station or post office before the application form opens
• Grade 12 exam passing certificate and other prerequisites are mandatory before admission consideration

Universities Accepting Late Applications

The following universities are expected to accept late applications for the 2025–2026 academic year:

• Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
• University of Pretoria (UP)
• North-West University (NWU)
• University of South Africa (UNISA)
• University of the Free State (UFS)
• University of Johannesburg (UJ)
• University of the Western Cape (UWC)
• University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
• University of Limpopo (UL)
• University of Venda (UniVen)
• University of Mpumalanga (UMP)
• University of Zululand (UniZulu)
• Sol Plaatje University
• Central University of Technology (CUT)
• Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
• Vaal University of Technology (VUT)
• Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
• Durban University of Technology (DUT)
• Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

Universities That Do Not Accept Late Applications

The universities listed below commonly do not accept applications that are submitted after the initial deadlines. If they do, however, open up late admissions in 2025—which would be exceptional—we will post an update

• University of Cape Town (UCT)
• University of Witwatersrand (Wits)
• University of Fort Hare (UFH)
• Stellenbosch University
• Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

If you still want to pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree in South Africa, take advantage of the late application window for 2025. Ensure that you get all essential documentation and submit your application swiftly, as spaces are limited.