2024 Institution Application Dates
If you want to study at college or university in 2024, the first thing you need to do is submit your application. However, this can be a difficult task as it involves determining the application dates and collecting various documents along the way. Don’t worry though, we’re here to help! We’ve compiled a list of the 2024 institution application dates in South Africa.
Note: These dates are subject to change and may differ from the time of publication of this article. We recommended that you confirm with your relevant institution for the most up-to-date information.
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2024 University Application Dates
If you’re thinking of applying to a South African university for 2024, we’ve got your back. We’ve rounded up 2024 institution application dates for every university in the country so that you don’t have to go hunting for them yourself.
Just make sure to check when the applications for your preferred university close, so you can submit your application on time.
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: April 2023
- MBChB applications: 30 June 2023
- BRad – Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) & Bachelor of Radiography (BRad) applications: 30 June 2023
- Early applications (excluding MBChB & BRad): 04 August 2023
- Late applications (excluding MBChB, BPharm & BRad): 30 September 2023
- International student applications (excluding MBChB): 30 September 2023
- Student Housing applications: 30 September 2023
University of Pretoria (TUKS)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 April 2023
- Faculty of Veterinary Science: 31May 2023
- All other faculties: 30 June 2023
University of South Africa (UNISA)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 11 August 2023
- Undergraduate qualifications (higher certificates, advanced certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas & degrees): 11 August 2023 – 15 October 2023
- Honours degrees & postgraduate diplomas: 11 August 2023 – 15 October 2023
- Master’s & doctoral qualifications: 08 September 2023 – 12 November 2023
Rhodes University
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: April 2023
- Undergraduates: 30 September 2023
- Postgraduates: 15 November 2023
- Masters & PhD’s: 15 November 2023
University of Johannesburg (UJ)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 April 2023
Applications Close: 31 October 2023
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 April 2023
- Medicine: 30 June 2023
- All other programmes: 30 September 2023
Faculty specific dates may apply.
University of Cape Town (UCT)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 3 April 2023
- Undergraduate applications: 31 July 2023
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 20 July 2023
Applications Close: 31 December 2023
Stellenbosch University
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Open for all programmes: 03 April 2023
Other important dates:
- 15 June 2023: Applications open for financial assistance at Stellenbosch University.
- 31 July 2023: Closing date for undergraduate programmes and residence applications.
- 30 November 2023: Applications close for Stellenbosch University financial assistance.
- 26 January 2024: Applications close for Diploma in Public Accountability (Telematic Education
Sol Plaatje University (SPU)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: April annually
Applications Close: November annually
