A: Undergraduate applications open on 1 March and close on 30 June. Please consult maties.com for a complete list of programs – specific closing dates, some of which are earlier. The closing date for most postgraduate programs is 30 September. Please note that some programs have different closing dates.

1 March: Applications open for all programs
1 April: Applications open for financial assistance at Stellenbosch University
1 August: Applications open for NSFAS bursaries

30 June: Applications close for all undergraduate programs.
30 June: Residence applications close.
31 August: Applications close for Stellenbosch University financial assistance.
30 November: Applications close for NSFAS bursaries.
15 December: Applications close for Diploma in Public Accountability (Telematic Education).

University of Stellenbosch online Application form

Please ensure that you familiarise yourself with the closing date of the program you wish to apply for and note that new applicants are only permitted one choice of the program upon application.

International applicants (applicants with citizenship other than from South Africa) need not pay the R100.00 application fee.

All new applicants are advised to review the guidelines on how to apply here.

Should you require assistance with finalizing and completing your online application, feel free to contact our Client Service Centre on info@sun.ac.za/ 021 808 9111 for assistance.

What is University of Stellenbosch Online Application Fees?

Application fees. An amount of R100 is payable when applying for admission as a student.

This amount is not applicable to the following groups of students:

– International students – click here to be redirected to the Stellenbosch University International (SUI) website.

– Students applying to the Stellenbosch University Business School (USB). Send inquiry to usbcom@usb.ac.za.

Application fees are not refundable under any circumstances.

ADMISSION AND SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

Please familiarise yourself with the Stellenbosch University Admissions Policy and our Terms and Conditions for new applications.

What are the minimum academic requirements for a bachelor’s degree?

30% for a South African Language of Learning and Teaching (English or Afrikaans), and
an achievement rating of 4 (50% – 59%) in four 20-credit subjects.

How do you calculate your National Senior Certificate average?

Highest score in Language of Learning and Teaching (Eng or Afr) + (5 x best results in 20-credit subjects excluding Life Orientation, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematics 3 and any other non NSC subjects). The total is then divided by 6.

How do we assess international qualifications?

Final school results from International Curriculum (Cambridge International, International Baccalaureate, etc.), including School of Tomorrow.
Click here for the minimum requirements for international curriculums. (A-levels, AS-levels, IB diploma and GCSE/IGCSE/O-levels)
Also meet further requirements specific to the programme(s) of your choice as set out in the programme outlines under the various faculties

Click here to download the Minimum Admission Requirements for 2024-intake

FACULTY SELECTION GUIDELINES

Large numbers of prospective students apply for our programs. Unfortunately, we can accept only a limited number of students. Even though you may meet the admission requirements of a program, you are not guaranteed admission to the program of your choice.

AgriSciences
Arts and Social Sciences
Economic and Management Sciences
Education (Foundation Phase)
Education (Intermediate Phase)
Engineering
Law
Science
Medicine and Health Sciences
– MBChB
– Dietetics
– Physiotherapy
– Speech-Language and Hearing Therapy
– Occupational Therapy
– Nursing
Military Science