Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
University of Cape Town

University of Cape Town

#1

In South Africa

#164

In the world

If you want to study in Cape Town with some of the best in SA, UCT is the spot. You need to meet their strict entry criteria, so check your APS carefully.

Ranking source: THE 2026

Apps open01 Apr - 31 Jul 2026

UCT uses a strict deadline, so get your application done before 31 July 2026.

  1. 1

    Create your UCT applicant account

    Go to applyonline.uct.ac.za and register with a working email address.

  2. 2

    Complete the full online form

    Fill in the 10-step form with your personal details, school info, and programme choices.

  3. 3

    Upload one clear PDF of your documents

    Include your certified Grade 11 report and your ID in a single scan.

  4. 4

    Pay the fee and submit on time

    Use the applicant number from your acknowledgement email and submit before 31 July 2026.

Fees & funding

Pay the UCT application fee after your acknowledgement email arrives. NSFAS and housing both need separate follow-up steps from your academic application.

Key dates

Applications open

1 April 2026

Applications close

31 July 2026

Housing applications due

31 July 2026

NBT booking deadline

October 2026

Go to UCT application portal