Rhodes University
#14
In South Africa
#781-790
In the world
Rhodes is all about tight-knit campus life in Makhanda. You need at least 40 APS for a solid shot at getting in here.
Ranking source: QS 2026
www.ru.ac.za is the official Rhodes University site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
How does Rhodes calculate APS?
Rhodes uses percentage-divided aps. Rhodes converts each of your best 6 eligible subject percentages into a decimal score by dividing by 10, then adds those values together. Life Orientation is excluded. Because Rhodes uses decimal points, an 81% and a 89% do not collapse into the same value the way they do on a simple 1-7 scale.
Does Rhodes include Life Orientation in APS?
No. Life Orientation is excluded.
What's the Rhodes APS system at a glance?
- Method
- Percentage-divided APS
- Max APS
- 60
- LO rule
- No
- Basis
- Best 6 × percentage/10 (LO excluded)
How to calculate your Rhodes APS step by step
- Take your best 6 eligible subjects and exclude Life Orientation.
- Convert each percentage into a score out of 10.
- Add those decimal scores together and compare them with the programme requirement.
Popular programmes at Rhodes
Bachelor of Divinity
60+
Bachelor of Theology
60+
ECP Bachelor of Divinity
55+
ECP Bachelor of Theology
55+
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws
40+
About Rhodes
Rhodes sits in Makhanda and is known for its small classes and tight community feel. If you want a campus where people actually know your name, this is the place. Rhodes is especia...
Campus and residence
Rhodes is famous for its res system. Most first-years get a spot in res, which makes making friends easy. Res fees depend on your choices, so check the official page for the full l...
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