# **List of 26 Universities in South Africa – Application Fees & Deadlines for 2025**

Are you planning to study at a **university in South Africa in 2025**? To help you with your application process, we’ve compiled a list of **26 universities** in South Africa, including their **application fees, deadlines, and links to apply online**.  

Whether you’re looking for **free applications, low-cost options, or top-ranking universities**, this guide will provide everything you need to know to secure your spot at your desired institution.  

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## **Why Apply Early?**  

Applying on time increases your chances of getting accepted and securing financial aid or scholarships. Many universities offer **free applications**, while others charge a small fee. Be sure to check the deadlines and apply before they close!  

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## **List of 26 Universities in South Africa (2025 Applications)**  

### **Gauteng Universities**  

1. **University of the Witwatersrand (Wits)** – *R100* | **Deadline:** 1 March 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.wits.ac.za/applications)  

2. **Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)** – *R240* | **Deadline:** March/April 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.tut.ac.za)  

3. **University of Johannesburg (UJ)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** 1 April 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.uj.ac.za/apply)  

4. **University of Pretoria (UP)** – *R300/Free* | **Deadline:** 1 April 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.up.ac.za/)  

5. **Sefako Makgatho Health and Science University (SMU)** – *R300* | **Deadline:** April/May 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.smu.ac.za)  

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### **Western Cape Universities**  

6. **University of Cape Town (UCT)** – *R100* | **Deadline:** April/May 2025  

   [Apply here](https://applyonline.uct.ac.za)  

7. **University of Stellenbosch (SUN)** – *R100/Free* | **Deadline:** 1 April 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.sun.ac.za/english)  

8. **University of the Western Cape (UWC)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** April/May 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.uwc.ac.za)  

9. **Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** May 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.cput.ac.za)  

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### **Eastern Cape Universities**  

10. **Nelson Mandela University (NMU)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** April 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.mandela.ac.za/study-at-mandela/application/apply-undergraduate)  

11. **Rhodes University** – *R100* | **Deadline:** May 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.ru.ac.za/apply)  

12. **University of Fort Hare (UFH)** – *R120* | **Deadline:** 1 June 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.ufh.ac.za)  

13. **Walter Sisulu University (WSU)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** 2 June 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.wsu.ac.za)  

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### **North West & Free State Universities**  

14. **North West University (NWU)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** April 2025  

   [Apply here](https://studies.nwu.ac.za/studies/apply)  

15. **University of the Free State (UFS)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** 1 April 2025  

   [Apply here](https://www.ufs.ac.za/)  

16. **Central University of Technology (CUT)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** To Be Confirmed  

   [Apply here](https://www.cut.ac.za)  

17. **Sol Plaatje University (SPU)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** To Be Confirmed  

   [Apply here](https://www.spu.ac.za)  

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### **Limpopo & Mpumalanga Universities**  

18. **University of Limpopo (UL)** – *R200* | **Deadline:** To Be Confirmed  

   [Apply here](https://www.ul.ac.za)  

19. **University of Venda (UNIVEN)** – *Free* | **Deadline:** To Be Confirmed  

   [Apply here](https://www.univen.ac.za)  

20. **University of Mpumalanga (UMP)** – *R200* | **Deadline:** To Be Confirmed  

   [Apply here](https://www.ump.ac.za/)  

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### **KwaZulu-Natal Universities (Apply via CAO - R250 fee)**  

These universities accept applications via the **Central Applications Office (CAO)**:  

21. **Durban University of Technology (DUT)**  

22. **Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)**  

23. **University of Zululand (UNIZULU)**  

24. **University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)**  

[Apply via CAO](https://www.cao.ac.za/Apply.aspx?content=Apply)  

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### **Distance Learning University**  

25. **University of South Africa (UNISA)** – *R140* | **Deadline:** To Be Confirmed  

   [Apply here](https://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/corporate/default)  

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### **Vaal Triangle University**  

26. **Vaal University of Technology (VUT)** – *R110* | **Deadline:** To Be Confirmed  

   [Apply here](https://vut.ac.za/)  

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## **How to Apply for University in South Africa**  

1. **Check the university website** for admission requirements and program availability.  

2. **Gather required documents**, including your **ID, matric certificate, and transcripts**.  

3. **Pay the application fee** (if applicable).  

4. **Submit your application online** before the deadline.  

5. **Monitor your email for acceptance letters or requests for additional documents**.  

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## **Why Choose a South African University?**  

- **Affordable Education** – Many universities offer free or low-cost applications.  

- **World-Class Institutions** – UCT, Wits, and Stellenbosch rank among the top in Africa.  

- **Diverse Programs** – From engineering to medicine, law, and social sciences.  

- **Scholarships Available** – Financial aid and bursaries can reduce tuition costs.  

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## **Need Help with Your Application?**  

📞 **Contact:** 0767779930 for guidance on how to apply.  

Start your journey towards a **better future** by applying to one of these **top universities in South Africa** today!  

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