Universities in South Africa still open for 2025 applications

If you’re a student looking to further your education at a university in South Africa, you’ve come to the right place. Below is a list of universities that are still accepting applications for the 2025 academic year.

South African universities provide high-quality education, equipping students with essential learning and research skills.

Universities in South Africa still open for 2025 applications

Here’s a comprehensive list of universities that are currently open for applications for 2025:

• Nelson Mandela University
• North West University (NWU)
• Rhodes University
• Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
• Sol Plaatje University
• University of Cape Town (UCT)
• University of Fort Hare
• University of the Free State
• University of Johannesburg
• University of KwaZulu-Natal
• University of Limpopo
• University of Mpumalanga
• University of Pretoria
• University of South Africa (Unisa)
• University of Stellenbosch
• University of Venda
• University of the Western Cape (UWC)
• University of the Witwatersrand
• University of Zululand
• Walter Sisulu University

Additional Information:
For those interested, TVET Colleges are also accepting applications for 2025.

How to Apply to a South African University

Prospective students can submit applications to their preferred universities from the list provided above. Here’s what you will need to complete your application:

1. A certified copy of your ID or passport (mandatory).
2. Certified Grade 11 end-of-year examination results (for current Grade 12 students) or your National Senior/Matric/IEB Certificate (if you have already completed Grade 12).
3. If you are rewriting your NSC, please indicate this on your application and provide proof of your re-write.
4. Certified copies of your degree certificate(s) and academic record (if you are currently a student at SMU or another university).
5. A certified copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable).

Make sure to prepare your documents accordingly and submit your application before the deadline. Good luck with your studies!