Categories: University Application

How to Apply Online at UWC 2026

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) invites applications for the 2026 academic year through its online portal. The application process is entirely free, and there are no manual or late submissions accepted. Make sure to apply between April 2, 2025, and September 30, 2025, to secure your spot.

UWC Application Deadlines for 2026

Be sure to mark the key application deadlines in your calendar:

Application portal opens: April 2, 2025
Deadline for early admission applications: August 31, 2025
Deadline for regular admission applications: September 30, 2025

It’s recommended to submit your application well ahead of the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.

Documents Needed for Your UWC Application

Before you begin the application process, gather all required documents. Having them ready will help you complete your application smoothly and avoid delays.

International Students

A certified copy of your passport or Refugee Permit.
High School Qualifications
Confirmation Letter from USAF
Apply for Exemption with USAF
Submit your final school results to Universities South Africa (USAf) for evaluation

Current Matriculants

If you are in Grade 12 in 2025, you are not required to submit any documentation

Post-Matric Learners (Already Matriculated)

NSC Certificate or Senior Certificate
Identification document

Transfer Students (Applying from Another Institution)

NSC Certificate or Senior Certificate
Identification document
Conduct Certificate from your institution
Official Academic Transcript
Module content / Yearbook descriptor from your institution for all modules completed
Degree certificate (if applicable)

Students Applying for Readmission to UWC

Letter of motivation to be considered for readmission to your respective faculty
Certified copy of your NSC certificate or Senior Certificate
Certified copy of your identification document
Proof of any studies with academic records (if applicable)
Proof of any improvements to your NSC results (if applicable)
Affidavit with a brief description of activities post-matric/NSC

Note: Incomplete applications will be automatically rejected, so double-check that all documents are uploaded before submitting.

How to Apply to UWC Online

Follow these simple steps to complete your application for the 2025 academic year:

Go to UWC’s application portal at www.uwc.ac.za.
Click on “Apply Now” to create a new application.
Carefully read the application instructions and checklist in the “I ACCEPT” box.
Select and click on the “New Application” option.
Enter your identity number.
Browse UWC’s programs and choose a course only if you meet its requirements.
Complete the online application form.
Upload all necessary documents.
Submit your application.
After submission, you will receive a confirmation email with your application reference number

How to Check UWC Status:

Have you completed your submission? Take some time to check if your application was successful. Follow the guidelines below to track your status

Go to www.uwc.ac.za
Select the “Admission & Financial Aid” menu
Click on the “Apply” option from the drop box list
Scroll down to the middle of the page
Select and click on the “ Check Status” link
You will be taken to the Status section
Choose the third option “Check application status here”
Enter your student number and PIN
Click on View to see your current admission status

Key Take aways

Only online applications are accepted—no manual submissions.
UWC does not charge any application fees.
It’s essential to submit your application as early as possible to avoid technical issues or delays.