SUN Application Opening & Closing Dates 2026

SUN Application Opening & Closing Dates 2026 / Stellenbosch University Application 2026 Closing Date

The official date for the 2026 application process is Tuesday, April 1, 2025, according to Stellenbosch University (SUN). This opening date applies to all prospective students, regardless of language or place of origin.

Applicants interested in undergraduate programs—including certificates, diplomas, and bachelor’s degrees—as well as postgraduate qualifications such as master’s and doctoral degrees, are invited to apply online at www.sun.ac.za.

In this article, we will disclose the official closing dates for 2026 applications across all courses offered at the Stellenbosch University .

Stellenbosch University Application Deadlines for 2026

To enhance your chances of admission, submit your application before the following deadlines, as Stellenbosch University admissions are competitive, with priority given to top applicants and early submissions:

Undergraduate program and residence applications: July 31, 2025
Student Financial Aid applications: October 1 – October 31, 2025

How to Apply at Stellenbosch University Online for Admission in 2026

All prospective students are required to follow the steps below to complete Stellenbosch University 2026 applications:

Go to www.sun.ac.za.
Click on the “Students” tab in the top menu.
Choose the course you want to apply for.
Apply for up to three programmes across any faculty.
Click on the “Apply” tab before the closing date.
Fully populate the required fields.
Enter a valid email and phone number for updates.
Create a profile and complete the rest of the form
Attach all required supporting documents.
- Proof of payment for the application fee
- A completed student support form (Disability Applicant)
- Final grade 11 assessment results as per the Department of Education guidelines.
- National Senior Certificate (NSC) or IEB/Statement of symbols of final school results
- Proof of permanent residency, refugee or asylum-seeking status
- Grade 11 results (pre-final) and final-year school subjects with levels
- Final school results from the International Curriculum
An email will confirm receipt of your application.
Click Submit to send your applications
Application status updates will be sent via email and the Applicant Portal.