Is UFS Open For 2026 Intake | www.ufs.ac.za online application

IIs UFS Open For 2026 Intake | www.ufs.ac.za online application, applications are open at the University of the Free state 

UFS 2026 Admissions Now Open! Prospective students can now apply for undergraduate and graduate programs at the University of the Free State (UFS) for the 2026 academic year. The online application portal opens on April 1, 2025, and will remain open until September 30, 2025. Apply within this period to be considered for the 2026 intake at UFS.

Apply Now for 2026 at UFS

The University of the Free State (UFS) is accepting applications for undergraduate programs starting in 2026! Here’s a breakdown:

Bloemfontein & Qwaqwa Campuses:

• Applications open: April 1, 2025
• Deadline: September 30, 2025 (subject to change)
• Who can apply: Students who recently completed Grade 12, WASSCE, or matric exams.

South Campus & Sub-Regions:

• Applications open: July 1, 2025
• Programs: Access Programmes (AP)
• Deadline: September 30, 2025 (subject to change)

Key Deadlines for UFS Applications (2026 Intake)

Planning to study at the University of the Free State in 2026? Mark your calendar with these crucial application deadlines:

Early Bird Gets the Worm:

• May 31, 2025: Medicine (MB ChB), Healthcare fields (Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Physiotherapy, Radiation Sciences)

Standard Dates:

• July 31, 2025: Design, Health, Sports programs (Architecture, Biokinetics, Dietetics, Nursing, Social Work, Sport Coaching)

Main Application Window:

• August 31, 2025: Most programs, including international students, transfers, access programs, Community Development, Construction Economics & Management, Quantity Surveying

Last Chance Options:

• September 30, 2025: Creative & Science programs (Drama & Theatre Arts, Forensic Sciences, Geology, Music, Physics with Engineering Sciences, Fine Arts)

Read Also: UFS Online Application 2026 Link Is Now Open

The University of the Free State Documents Checklist for 2026

Ensure the documents are ready when applying for admission at the University of the Free State for the 2026 intake in January:

Undergraduate

• A scanned copy of an ID
• parent’s ID or passport if you are younger than 18
• Your final Grade 11 results with the school’s stamp
• National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Grade 12 IEB certificate
• Transfer applicants must also provide conduct certificates from their previous universities
  
• A scanned copy of your passport
• certified school-leaving certificate and relevant diplomas
• USAf accreditation from the examination board for South African universities.
• Study-permit and visa

Postgraduate

• Students transferring from other universities must include a certificate of conduct as well as a study record from their previous university with their applications
• International postgraduate students must attach certified copies of degrees/certificates to their applications.
• Study-permit and visa
  
• A scanned copy of an ID
• Departmental application form, CV, motivation, reports, dissertation/thesis proposal.

PLEASE NOTE:

• There is no application fee when applying to the University of the Free State.
• Please download the University of the Free State online prospectus at www.ufs.ac.za and read about the course and entry requirements.

How to Apply to the University of the Free State for 2026

To apply to the University of the Free State (UFS) for 2026, visit www.ufs.ac.za and complete the online application form. Be sure to submit your application online along with all required supporting documents, as hand-delivered applications will not be accepted. All inquiries and submissions must be made through the official online application portal.

Ready to join one of the top universities in the world? Follow the instructions on the UFS online application portal to complete your application. This includes submitting academic records and other necessary documents. After applying, you can track the status of your application to stay updated on its progress. Visit the official website for more enquiries.

The University of the Free State Online Application For 2026

To apply to the University of the Free State for 2025 admissions, follow the steps below:

• Go to www.apply.ufs.ac.za, the official website.
• Press the “Apply” button.
• The first step is to choose the “New Application” tab.
• Provide your information.
• Click the link in the email you received to activate your account.
• To initiate the application, input the reference number.
• You need to re-enter your contact information before selecting “Next.”
• Only choose a course if you can fulfill its prerequisites.
• Fill out all the necessary fields.
• Provide your educational background and work history.
• Provide the necessary files online.
• To accept the terms and conditions, check the corresponding box.
• Press “Submit” to have your application sent.

UFS Contact Information

Postal Address

• University of the Free State
• PO Box 339
• Bloemfontein 9300
• South Africa

Physical Address of UFS Campus & Contact

• University of the Free State
• 205 Nelson Mandela Drive
• Park West
• Bloemfontein
• +27 51 401 9111

Postal Address

• Qwaqwa Campus
• Private Bag X13
• Kestell Road
• Phuthaditjhaba
  9866

Physical Address of UFS Campus & Contact

• Qwaqwa Campus
• Kestell Road
• Phuthaditjhaba
• +27 58 718 5000

Postal Address

• South Campus
• PO Box 339
• Oliver Tambo Street
• Bloemfontein
• 9300

Physical Address of UFS Campus & Contact

• South Campus
• Oliver Tambo Street
• Bloemfontein
• +27 51 401 9111

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