Stellenbosch University Application For 2026 Intake

Are you struggling to complete your Stellenbosch University 2026 application form? We have put together an easy-to-follow guide to make the process simpler. Whether it’s your first time applying or you’re not very tech-savvy, this guide will help you confidently navigate the application portal as Stellenbosch University begins accepting applications for the 2026 academic year

Does Stellenbosch University accept hard-copy applications?

Stellenbosch University advises prospective students to apply online and encourages early submission, as late applications may not be accepted. Manual or walk-in applications are not allowed, so it’s important to apply before the closing date each year

Stellenbosch University Undergraduate Applications: Key Dates for 2026

Applications for Stellenbosch University’s undergraduate programs are now open. Be sure to submit your application by July 31st, 2025, as late entries will not be accepted.

Key Dates:

Applications open: April 1st, 2025
Applications close: July 31st, 2025

Application Fees and Details

The application fee is R100 for general applicants, including South African citizens, permanent residents, refugee status holders, asylum seekers, diplomatic status holders, and international applicants. For Stellenbosch Business School (SBS) applicants, the MBA program has a fee of R1050, while other SBS programs require a fee of R850.

What Programmes are available at Stellenbosch University:

Stellenbosch University offers a wide range of programs, most of which require in-class and field attendance due to their practical components. If a program is available online, this information will be specified on the program page..

Programmes with extensive selection processes:

All programmes in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences;
all programmes in the Faculty of Law;
BA (Visual Arts);
BA (Drama);
All programmes in Music;
BA (Sport Science);
BSc (Sport Science);
BEd (GenEd);
All programmes in Engineering;
BCom Actuarial Science; and
BCom (International Business).

How to apply to Stellenbosch University 2026

Steps to Apply

Visit the official website at www.sun.ac.za.
Go to the “Student” tab and click on “Apply Now.”
Follow the instructions and choose the “New student” option.
Enter your ID number and create a profile.
Activate your account via email.
Complete all required fields and select three study courses.
Provide your educational background and work history.
Upload your academic records and attach necessary documents (PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, JPEG, PNG).
Ensure all documents are clear and legible.
Submit your completed application and pay the required application fee

What are the minimum requirements for a Degree, Diploma, and certificate?

Note: Selection is based on performance

Bachelor’s Degree: A NSC with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the Higher Education Institution (HEI), coupled with an achievements rating of 4 (50-59%) or better in any four (4) NSC subject except Life Orientation.

Diploma: A diploma pass requires 40% in four higher credit subjects and 30% in three lower credit subjects, and you may fail one subject.

Certificate: A certificate pass requires a 40% pass in your home language, 2 subjects above 40%, 4 subjects above 30% and you may fail 1 subject. This pass allows you to study for a higher certificate.

Stellenbosch University Contact

Postal Address:

Stellenbosch University
Private Bag X1,
Matieland, 7602,
Stellenbosch, South Africa

Contacts

Telephone Number: +27 21 808 9111
Fax: +27 21 808 3822
Email: info@sun.ac.za

For more enquiries, visit the official website

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