UWC University Online Registration Date 2026

UWC Online Application 2026 Undergraduate

UWC University Online Registration Date 2026

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) will accept online registrations from January 22 to February 2, 2025. To be considered a university student, you must have submitted all of your registration documentation by February 9th.

Both new and continuing/senior students are eligible to apply and register within this window for the 2026 school year. This covers students returning to UWC for a second year of study as well as those beginning a new degree.

UWC Registration Deadlines for 2026

Attention, UWC students and applicants! Mark your calendars! Online registration for all programs in 2026 opens on January 22nd and closes on February 3, 2025. Don’t miss out; meet these deadlines to secure your spot. Late submissions will not be accepted, except under special circumstances approved by the relevant faculty. So plan and register on time!

Here’s a quick breakdown:

Undergraduate (returning), Honours, and PG diploma/certificate: January 10, 2025.
PhD and Masters (new and returning): 10 January 2025.
New and First Time Entry: 22 January 2025–02 February 2025.

The University of the Western Cape Registration Fee

For First-Year Students:

Pay R4290 upfront if you’re not staying in university residences (due before registration).
Pay R4840 upfront if you’ve been placed in university residences (due before registration).
Make payments via EFT at least 3 days before registration to ensure it clears.
Upload proof of payment to the Student Credit Management portal: https://studentdebt.uwc.ac.za/

For Self-Funded Students:

Pay a standard upfront fee of R4290 (including the R1660 registration fee) before registration.
This requirement applies to all South African self-funded students.
You won’t be able to register if this payment isn’t made.

Registration Guide: Step-by-Step for New Students

We encourage all students to register for online self-registration (online registration) by following the steps below

Access the Portal:

Navigate to student.uwc.ac.za and log in using your Student Number and ID/Passport number.

Follow the Registration Steps:

The main menu guides you through the registration process. If unsure about choosing modules, refer to the “curriculum advising” option for assistance.

Upload your ID (2024 Matriculants Only):

For those who matriculated in 2024, upload a certified copy of your South African Identification Document.
Use your ID number and student number as file names.
Click the provided link to upload your ID.