UCT Online Application 2025/2026-University of Cape Town Admissions

The University of Cape Town (UCT) will open applications for the 2025/2026 academic year on April 2nd, 2024. This announcement is intended for prospective students and returning students to apply for undergraduate and postgraduate courses. We encourage regular checking of this page for updates on the online application process.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) is pleased to announce the commencement of the application period for the 2025/2026 academic year, starting April 2nd, 2024. Prospective students are invited to complete the online application form by visiting the official website at www.uct.ac.za. You are to submit the application documents, a non-refundable application fee, and a fully completed application form before the closing date for the upcoming 2025 academic year

How to Apply at the University of Cape Town (UCT) Online Application Form 2025-2026

If you want to study at UCT, apply for 2024 admission to Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies. To apply, follow the steps below:

Log into UCT’s official website @ www.uct.ac.za online
At the top menu of the page, click on “Applicants & Students“
Please, read the information thoroughly on this page.
Then, you click on “Prospective students” from the list of items on the page.
A welcome message from UCT will be displayed on the page. Kindly read the information and proceed to the next page.
Click on the “Applications” tab at the top menu of the “Prospective Students” page
Click on “Apply” using the drop-box list
Select your qualification “Undergraduate or Postgraduate“
Read the Application instructions and proceed to the next stage. Applicants should not skip this.
On the left side of the application instruction page, click on the “Apply Online” tab
An online application page will be open for you to fill in your details.
Then, select your qualification from the list (Undergraduate, Postgraduate, etc)
Read the information and select the year you are applying for
Click on the “Click here to continue” tab to complete the application process
Upload the required documents
Submit your application for review by clicking on the Submission Button.

UCT Application Fees 2025

UCT generally waives application fees for prospective students, graduates, and Semester Study Abroad applicants. However, a fee applies for Graduate School of Business (GSB) programs. Consult the fee structure for details.

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Where to get help in completing my application form

Due to the difficulty in completing the application form, the University of Cape Town has provided addresses and forms to contact when you encounter challenges. Applicants can download one of the following on the official website:

How do you know your application has been submitted successfully

Only after all necessary fields have been filled out electronically may an admissions application be submitted. But after submitting the first application, it’s typical for most applicants to need to provide more information. Applicants should consult the appropriate site on the official website on how to make changes.

You can contact UCT:

Tel: 021 650 2128
Email: admissions-ug@uct.ac.za
Website: www.uct.ac.za
Twitter: @uctadmissions

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