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Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) Online Application 2026

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is opening its application portal for the 2026 academic year. They are inviting all prospective students and individuals interested in medical courses to apply as soon as possible. This is an opportunity for both domestic and international students to apply for undergraduate and postgraduate programs for the 2026 academic year

SMU Applications Opening Date 2026

SMU Applications for 2026 Academic Year Opening Soon: Applications for the 2026 academic year at Sefako Makgatho University (formerly Medunsa University) will open on April 2, 2025. Prepare your materials now to be among the first to submit your application when the portal opens.

SMU 2026 Application Deadlines

Undergraduate: Applications open on April 2, 2025, and close on July 31, 2025.
Postgraduate: Applications open on April 2, 2025, and close on August 30, 2025.

Don’t miss out! Prepare your application materials now and submit them before the deadlines to secure your spot at SMU for the 2026 academic year. Remember there will be no late applications

SMU Application Options for 2026

You can apply to SMU either online or using a paper application form. Online applications are currently available for undergraduate applicants from South Africa and abroad who have completed or are working towards the National Senior Certificate (NSC), Independent Examinations Board (IEB) certificate, or are studying at other South African universities.

Read Also: SMU Undergraduate Prospectus 2026

How to apply online at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University 2026

To apply online, you’ll need to go through the following process to get your application through.

Stable internet access is required for a smooth application process.
A valid email address is necessary for all communications.
Complete the Application Form accurately online.
Specify your first and second-choice degrees (if applicable).
Pay the R300 non-refundable application fee.
Upload the relevant documents.
Submit your completed online application form and documents. Review everything carefully to ensure accuracy before clicking the submit button.

Sefako Makgatho Application Fee

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University requires a non-refundable application fee of R300.00. You must pay this fee before submitting your application form. Make sure to attach a copy of your payment receipt to the form and keep the original confirmation for your records. This is a mandatory step for all applicants.

Banking Details

Account name:                   Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Bank Name:                           Standard Bank
Account no.:                             071244395
Branch no.:                               020909
Reference no.:                        Your ID/ Passport number/ Student number

Supporting Documents for both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants

Remember to include the following certified and individually scanned Documents in your submission. Consider your application invalid if you fail to submit or upload these documents:

Undergraduate Applicants:

Certified copy of your ID/passport document (compulsory).
Certified Grade 11 end-of-year examination results or your National Senior/Matric/IEB Certificate (if you have already completed Grade 12).
Certified copies of your degree certificate(s) and academic record(s) (if you attended other universities).
Certified copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable).
Proof of non-refundable application fee payment of R200.00

Postgraduate Applications Required documents

Matric exemption certificate
ID document / Passport / Work permit / Study permit
Diploma/Degree certificate/s
Comprehensive academic record
Certificate of registration with the relevant professions council (if applicable)
Letter of appointment as a registrar with a date of assumption of duty
Motivational letter and CV (Public Health applicants only)
Medical aid (Non-South Africans)
Students with non-South African qualifications must attach a SAQA evaluation certificate with their previous degrees obtained
Application fee

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University Admissions Requirements

Refer to www.smu.ac.za for information on admissions requirements and relevant school subjects,
then click on students and look for the following:
Admissions & Selection Rules for Different Schools, as well as the Undergraduate Prospectus for 2026.