Rhodes University (RU) Online Application 2025-2026

Rhodes University (RU) is officially inviting prospective applicants to start their online application process for their undergraduate, certificate, and diploma programs including masters and doctorate programs. The official admissions are now open as of April 1, 2024, with the application portal and prospectus active and available. New and returning applicants should apply during this window to avoid late admissions and secure their place in the university’s diverse range of programs.

Rhodes University Application Closing Date For 2025

The application window for Rhodes University’s 2025-2026 academic year is open, and applicants must submit their applications by September 30th, 2024, to embark on an intellectual journey at one of South Africa’s top universities.

Rhodes University Application Fee

To apply to Rhodes University, pay a R100 application fee online or by bank deposit. Follow the system’s instructions for secure payment or send a deposit slip with your application number to registrar@ru.ac.za.

Rhodes University Application Banking Details

Bank	First National Bank Grahamstown
Account name	Rhodes University, FNB fees
Account number	62145504553
Branch code	21 07 17

Application Documents For Rhodes University (RU)

The documents listed below are essential components of the application process. Most applications are rejected because the applicants did not upload or submit all of the required documents. To avoid disappointment, ensure that the following documents are submitted within the application period.

Rhodes reference number obtained from the initial ROSS registration process.
Academic transcript.
CV including publications and relevant work-related activities.
Recent research submission (Honours research report for Masters, Master’s thesis for PhD).
Research interest outline aligning with departmental research areas.
Short research proposal (2-3 pages) outlining the intended project.

Rhodes University (RU) Minimum Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

Bachelor’s Degree: NSC with 30% proficiency in HEI language and 4 (50-59%) or better achievements in four NSC subjects, except Life Orientation.
Diploma: 40% in four higher credit subjects, 30% in three lower credit subjects, and one subject failure.
Certificate: 40% pass in home language, 2 subjects above 40%, 4 subjects above 30%, and one subject failure.

How to Apply to Rhodes University Online For 2025

Simply follow the steps below to complete the Rhodes University application form for 2025

Go to the Rhodes University application website at ross.ru.ac.za/ugadmissions
Click on the Studying button and from the pop-up options select APPLY ONLINE
On the next page click on “ROSS”
Register as an online user
Receive login details via email
Use student number and password if allocated.
Complete the application form
Upload all required documents
Submit applications
For registered applicants, use credentials from Registration to Online Admissions email.

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