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When can I apply at Wits University for 2026

When can I apply at Wits University for 2026, Applications at WITS are OPEN FOR 2026, Wits Online application 2026

The University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) will open its online application portal for the 2026 academic year on March 1, 2025. This marks the beginning of the application cycle for all prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students

Key Requirements for the Wits 2026 Online Application:

Supporting Documents: Applicants must have the following documents available:
- Test results
- Certificates
- Identification
- Any other required documents
Valid Email Address: A valid email address must be provided for communication purposes.
Document Validation and Scanning: Before starting the application, applicants must ensure their documents are validated and scanned. This step is essential for streamlining the online application process.
Download the Prospectus: Applicants should download the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) prospectus to check the prerequisites for their chosen courses.

Closing Dates for 2026 Applications

Applications for all programs (except those listed below) close: on September 30, 2025
- Applications for Faculty of Health Sciences programs, Bachelor of Architectural Studies, Bachelor of Audiology, Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology, and BA Film and TV close: June 30, 2025
Residence application deadline: September 30, 2025

Application Fee

Those preparing to apply for admission to the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in 2026 should be aware that the application fee is R100.00 for South African candidates and R700.00 for international applicants. This applies to online applicants. Details on how to pay will be provided in our subsequent articles.

Required Documents for Wits 2026 Online Application

Prepare these documents best before the opening date of Wits University

Current Matriculants: Should get final Grade 11 results (no hardcopy required).
Already Matriculated: must have a certified copy of all matric certificates/foreign school leaving certificates.
Transfer Applicants: Should provide a certified copy of official academic records for ALL tertiary registrations, inclusive of a statement/certificate of good conduct, stamped by the institution’s registrar. (Note that interim, self-service generated results will be considered for initial assessment purposes for GEMP applicants ONLY).
Proof of Payment of application fee scanned. (i.e. Receipt, or bankers draft)