WITS 2026 Application Dates – Apply Now at Wits
WITS 2026 Application Dates – Apply Now at Wits
The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) admission for first-year undergraduate and postgraduate students is limited, with available spots determined by the Department of Higher Education and Training. Final selection is based on academic performance, space availability, and the timing of applications, so early submission is strongly recommended. It is essential to be aware of the 2026 application timelines.
Applications officially open on March 1, 2025, but the closing dates vary by course. Find out more details in this article.
When to Apply to Wits 2026
Prospective Wits students: note the online application dates!
Prospective students wishing to study at Wits for the 2026 academic year can now submit their applications, which are open to all applicants, regardless of country or language. Applications open on March 1, 2025, and close on September 30, 2025, with some programs closing on June 30, 2025. This is the only opportunity to apply online for undergraduate and postgraduate programs, and all supporting documents must be submitted by the deadline to avoid rejection.
Wits 2026 Application (Online)
- Apply online from March 1, 2025 at www.wits.ac.za
- See the list of 2026 Active Qualifications for application methods.
- Meet the deadline to avoid missing admission for 2026.
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Wits Application Fee Payment Dates (2026)
- Application fee: R100 (SA citizens), R700 (foreign citizens)
- Pay through self-service portal: Campus Finances > Make a Payment > Application Fee
- Note: All payments must be made within the application deadlines.
Wits Application Document Deadlines:
- Submit all required documents by the application deadline to avoid an invalid application.
- This includes results, certificates, and ID documents.
- Submit outstanding documents before the application portal closes.
WITS Application Deadlines 2026
The table below summarizes the application deadlines for the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) for the 2026 academic year:
| Faculty | Programme | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sciences | All programmes | June 30, 2025 |
| All other programmes | All other programmes | September 30, 2025 |
| Residence | All applications | September 30, 2025 |
WITS 2026 Postgraduate Applications Open
Apply for Masters & PhD at Wits University for 2026 intake. Applications open March 1, 2025 and close August 31, 2025. No late applications accepted.
APPLY NOW FOR 2026 ADMISSION AT WITS
WITS CONTACTS
- Telephone +27 (0)11 717 1888
- Email: ask.wits@wits.ac.za
- Log a query: www.wits.ac.za/askwits
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- Jorissen Street
- Braamfontein
- 2000
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- WITS
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Admission enquiries
- Tel: +27 (0)11 717 1888
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