Apply Online At Rhodes University For 2025-2026

Applications to Rhodes University are now being accepted from prospective students for the 2025-2026 academic year, as the admission and application window has opened. The Rhodes University online application is available for all interested applicants seeking to study Commerce, Education, Law, or Pharmacy, with the academic year commencing on April 1st, 2024.

Driven by advancements in technology and various other fields, the job market is undergoing rapid transformation. Jobs that currently exist may not remain in their current form, or even exist at all, in ten years. To address this, Rhodes University offers general formative degrees, which equip students with comprehensive knowledge and skills across two distinct disciplines. This versatility empowers graduates to adapt and navigate a diverse range of career paths.

When can I apply to Rhodes University for 2025-2026?

Applications for admission to Rhodes University are accepted between April 1 and September 30 of the year preceding the intended study year. This is the official opening and commencement date where all prospective applications will be received for admission processing for the academic year.

Rhodes University Closing Dates: View the list of courses and their closing dates HERE

What is the application fee for Rhodes University?

A non-refundable application fee of R100 is required to be paid by all prospective applicants. As the application fee is considered an important part of the admissions process, late payments will only be considered for late admissions and not for the 2025/2026 academic year. Therefore, the application fee must be paid by the end of the official admissions deadline.

Do you need to apply if you have previously applied and were not accepted?

Applicants must submit a new application for each year that they wish to study, for example, if you applied for the 2025 application intake but were not accepted at Rhodes University, you must submit a new application for the 2025 application intake.

How to submit a manual application to Rhodes University?

All applications must be submitted either online or by hand. Interestingly, for 2024 admissions, Rhodes University will accept and process manual applications. Late applications from South African students may be accepted at the Registrar’s discretion. International students should apply immediately because there is no late application period for them. The fully completed application must be posted to STUDENT BUREAU RHODES UNIVERSITY PO BOX 94 GRAHAMSTOWN 6140.

Can You apply for more than 1 qualification?

Students can apply online for no more than 3 qualifications in any one year. The first 3 choices received will be processed by Rhodes University for 2025 admissions.

What documentation must be submitted online at Rhodes University?

The documents must either be uploaded or submitted by mail

Proof of Direct Deposit of application fee of R100.
Certified copy of your matriculation certificate (post-matriculants only),
O/AS/A-level certificate or IGSCE/HIGSCE results.

Can you apply online to Rhodes University without an e-mail and/or cell phone number?

Rhodes University Online applications require an email address to send confirmations. If you do not have an email address go to www.gmail.com and register before you start the online application process. Cell phone number is compulsory to ensure students can be reached telephonically should it be required.

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How to submit your supporting documents while you are processing your online application

Rhodes University’s online application system will prompt you to upload documents once you completed the application. Please upload the relevant document to the relevant certificate codes
Select your programmes of choice and submit your academic application
Select the section called Uploading of Documents
Please upload the relevant document to the relevant certificate codes

How to know that your application was submitted online to Rhodes University

You will receive an email/SMS with details of the online application submission. Always check for junk e-mail folders for possible e-mail notifications. You can also track your application on the Rhodes University Website.

RU CONTACTS

Email Address: registrar@ru.ac.za
Contact Number+27 46 603 8111

Physical Address:

Information and Technology Services
Struben Building
Artillery Road
Makhanda
6139

Postal Address:

Information and Technology Services
PO Box 94
Makhanda
6140

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