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How to Register and Apply for Rhodes University 2026

Rhodes University invites applications for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs for the 2026 academic year. All applicants, whether new or returning students, can submit their applications online by completing the required forms within the portal. Although online applications are preferred, you can also apply manually,

Rhodes University Online Applications 2026 Now Open 🔓!

The application process for the 2026 academic year at Rhodes University will open on April 1, 2025. All academic applications must be submitted by September 30, 2025.

To ensure a smooth application, gather your required documents, have them certified, and scan them into PDF format for uploading through the Rhodes online portal. Please note that applications will not be processed after the September 30 deadline, so make sure to complete the entire process on time.

Rhodes University Manual Application for 2026

Completed application forms and accompanying documents must be submitted to the Admissions Office. You can submit your application form and accompanying documents in two ways:

Forms can be hand-delivered at the campus where the programme is offered.
Forms can also be posted to the Admissions Office by using the addresses below:
- Student Bureau Rhodes university
- Post Office Box 94 Grahams town
- 6140

No manual posted or over-the-counter applications will be accepted
Please note that applicants are limited to three choices.
Some qualifications require applicants to submit additional information as part of their application as outlined on the official website
Faxed and email forms will not be accepted.
Never submit a form to anyone claiming to be a representative of Rhodes University. Only documents that are submitted via post or hand-delivered to the Admissions Office will be accepted.

Rhodes University 2026 Application Process & Fee

To begin the application process for Rhodes University, the first step is to register as an online user on the Rhodes University Online Application Portal (ROSS). After completing the registration, you will receive login credentials to access the portal. You are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of R100 into the account below

Bank Name: First National Bank Grahamstown
Account name: Rhodes University, FNB fees
Account number: 6145504553
Branch code: 21 07 172
Swift Code: FIRNZAJJ
Reference: Surname & Initials (in that order)

How to Apply Online At Rhodes University 2025-2026

Below is the online application process for Rhodes University

Step 1: Register on the online system at www.ross.ru.ac.za using your email and creating a password.
Step 2: Check your email for a link to activate your registration.
Step 3: Click the activation link in the email to confirm your registration.
Step 4: Return to ROSS and click the appropriate button for Admission/another.
Step 5: Log in with the credentials you created in Step 1.
Step 6: Complete your application and accept the terms before submitting.
Step 7: Pay the R100 application fee using the available payment options.
Step 8: If you pay via bank transfer, use your application number as the reference and email the deposit slip.
Step 9: Once processed, you will receive a student number and login PIN.

Admission Requirements for Rhodes University: Average Score Points (APS) per Faculty

You are to score the following Average Score Points in order to gain admission to study at Rhodes University

Commerce:

Required Subject: Mathematics
APS = 45+

Education

Required Subject: Two languages at level 4 (50 – 59%) Maths or level 4 (50% – 59%) or Maths Lit. level 3 (40-49%)
APS = 40+

Humanities

Required Subject:

English Home Language 65% and above
English First Additional Language 70% and above
APS = 45+

Pharmacy

Required Subject: Mathematics, Life and Physical Sciences 65% and above
APS = 45

Science

Required Subject: Mathematics, Physical Science or Life Science
APS: 45

Law

Required Subject:

English Home Language 60% and above
English First Additional Language 70% and above
Mathematics 50% and above
Mathematics Literacy 60% and above

Rhodes University Admission Requirements

Your application will only be considered for admission to the University if you qualify for Bachelor’s degree study AND you satisfy the faculty requirements. To qualify for a Bachelor’s pass status, learners are required to take seven subjects, four of which are compulsory (two languages, Life Orientation and either Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy) and three of the learner’s own choice from the subjects on offer at the school.

NATIONAL BENCHMARK TESTS (NBTS)

It is recommended that all first-time university-entering South African applicants write the NBT’s. If the applicant does not meet the automatic entry requirements the NBT results will form part of the Dean’s decision-making on applications. These test results can also be used if a candidate does not meet the entrance requirements in their final examinations.

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