UCT Open For 2025-2026 Application

UCT Open For 2025-2026 Application / UCT online application 2025 opening date

UCT, the University of Cape Town, is a public research university steeped in history and innovation. Established in the early 19th century, it is one of the oldest universities on the African continent. Renowned as Africa’s leading academic institution, UCT fosters a vibrant community of over 29,000 students, welcoming scholars from across the globe.

Offering a diverse range of academic faculties, UCT boasts over 1,000 degree and diploma programs, catering to a multitude of interests. Committed to accessibility, UCT provides a comprehensive scholarship and bursary program for both local and international students, encompassing various disciplines.

The 2025-2026 application window opens in April 2024, offering prospective students the opportunity to embark on an enriching academic journey at a university dedicated to excellence and groundbreaking discovery.

Important Dates for University of Cape Town (UCT) 2025-2026 Applications

The University of Cape Town (UCT) is currently accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year. Here’s a breakdown of key dates to remember:

Application Opens: April 2, 2024 (both online and PDF forms)
Application Deadline for All Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programs: July 31, 2024

N.B.:

We strongly recommend that you submit your application well before the deadlines to avoid missing out on admission for 2025-2026.

Application Deadlines for University of Cape Town (UCT) 2025-2026 Entry

The following are important dates to consider for those applying to UCT for the 2025-2026 academic year:

Application Deadline for All Undergraduate Programs: July 31, 2024 (Important: This applies to all applicants, including international students.)
Student Housing Applications Close: July 31, 2024
Application Deadline for International Students to Secure Admission Offer (for visa purposes): November 30, 2024 (This deadline is recommended to allow sufficient time to obtain a study visa before the program start date.)

The University of Cape Town (UCT) Application Fee For 2025-2026

South African and SADC applicants must pay a R100 non-refundable application fee. International applicants must pay an application fee of R300. Application fees will not be refunded under any circumstances. The payment of your application fee does not guarantee you a place at UCT.

How to pay the UCT Application FEE for 2025 admissions

Applicants have only 3 options to effect the application fee payment.

The application fee may be paid by direct deposit, electronic funds transfer (EFT) or credit card.
Cash payments may only be made at the Cashiers Office, Kramer Building, Cross Campus Road, Middle Campus, UCT.
Credit card payments must be made online at payments.uct.ac.za/admissions/.
Currently registered UCT students, UCT graduates and Semester Study Abroad applicants do not pay an application fee.

UCT Banking Details

Beneficiary: UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN – No.1 Sundries Account
Bank: Standard Bank SA Ltd
Branch: Rondebosch, Western Cape
Branch Code: 025009
Account: 071503854
Swift code (for international payments): SBZAZAJJ
Reference Number: 11196, applicant number

GSB (Graduate School of Business) programmes must be made to the following account:

Beneficiary: UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN – No.9 GSB Account
Bank: Standard Bank SA Ltd
Branch: Rondebosch, Western Cape
Branch Code: 025009
Account: 072953004
Swift code (for international payments): SBZAZAJJ
GSB Reference Number: GSB, applicant’s first name, applicant’s last name

University of Cape Town (UCT) Online Application Requirements For 2025

You will need the following documents to apply to the University of Cape Town (UCT):

Fresh Applicants: A copy of your examination results from Grade 11 until September of grade 12 must be submitted.
Transfer applicants: Transferring students should submit all transcripts and academic records
Passport or ID
Proof of payment for the application fee

University of Cape Town (UCT) Online Application process for 2025-2026

Simply go to www.uct.ac.za and follow these steps to apply to the University of Cape Town (UCT).

Step 1: Log in to the application portal

Go to the UCT application website: http://www.students.uct.ac.za/
Click on the Apply online to UCT Button to commence your online application

Step 2: Select and choose your field of study

Select a qualification and any additional criteria.
Choose your Course after examining the specific course requirements.
This stage is very key to gaining admission into this University

Step 3: Complete the online form

Gather your paperwork or upload any missing or incomplete documents.
Download an application form (manual applications only)
Fill out your application completely (manual and online)

Step 4: Pay the Necessary application fee

The application cost must be paid (where applicable).
See above for how to pay UCT Application Fee.

Step 5: Upload all the supporting documents and Submit them for Review

submit your completed form as well as any supporting papers (manual and Online Applications).
Review to ensure the right thing is done before clicking on the Button or sending the hardcopy either by mail or hand delivery
You will receive an email acknowledging your submission and outlining the next steps.

UCT Manual Applications

Contact the Admissions Office for an application form or download one from the university’s website at http://www.students.uct.ac.za/students/applications/apply/forms to apply manually or on paper. You must only submit one application.

If you apply on paper and do not have an email address, UCT will write to you to acknowledge receipt and ask you to check the data it has captured from your form. Your application will be forwarded to the faculty member for whom you applied, and all updates/decisions will be sent to the email address you provided.

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