How do I apply to UJ?

Apply online through the official UJ application portal. Create a profile, choose your programme, upload certified copies of your ID and latest results, pay the application fee if there is one, and submit before the closing date. Keep the reference number you get at the end.

When do UJ applications open and close?

Most South African universities open applications between March and May and close between June and September for the next year. Selection programmes like medicine and actuarial science close earliest. Confirm the exact UJ dates on the official site before you apply.

Can I apply to UJ with my Grade 11 results?

Yes. UJ, like most South African universities, lets you apply using your Grade 11 final or Grade 12 mid-year results. Any offer is conditional until your final matric (NSC) results meet the requirements.

How much is the UJ application fee?

Application fees differ by university and change each year. Many universities waive the fee for South African citizens who apply online, while others charge about R100 to R250. Check the current fee on the UJ admissions page before you pay.

Do I apply for residence and funding separately at UJ?

Yes. Residence and NSFAS funding are separate applications from your academic application at UJ. Apply for all three at the same time, because residence places and funding deadlines fill up early.

How do I check my UJ application status?

Log in to the official UJ application or student portal with your reference number and ID number, and open the application status page. Many universities also let you check by SMS, WhatsApp or their call centre. Your status shows whether you are still in process, provisionally admitted, or not admitted.

How long does UJ take to respond?

UJ usually sends a conditional offer within a few weeks if you applied with Grade 11 marks. The firm offer comes after the final matric (NSC) results are released in mid-January, once the university can confirm you met the requirements.

What must I do if UJ makes me an offer?

Accept the offer in the portal as your firm choice, pay the registration deposit by the deadline to hold your place, and decline offers from other universities so someone on the waiting list can take them. Then confirm your registration and residence dates.

What if UJ does not accept me?

You still have options. Apply to another university that is still open, choose a TVET college, start with a Higher Certificate or a foundation programme that builds up to a degree, or upgrade your matric marks and apply again next year.

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UJ is straight-up practical, with a big city vibe and solid support for first-years. You need at least 28 APS to get in, but some courses want higher.

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Apps open01 Apr - 31 Oct 2026

UJ applications are free, but the deadline still matters because the 2027 cycle closes on 31 October 2026.

How to apply to UJ

1
Open the UJ application page
Start from uj.ac.za and choose the online application option.
2
Fill in your personal and school details
Match your subjects and results exactly as they appear on your report.
3
Choose your first and second study options
Use the 2027 prospectus codes so you pick the right programme.
4
Upload your documents and submit
Include your certified ID and latest Grade 11 report before 31 October 2026.

Fees & funding

UJ does not charge a first-year application fee. Use that breathing room to sort out NSFAS, bursaries, and your registration budget early.

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31 October 2026

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A provisional acceptance means UJ likes your application but still needs your final Matric results or any extra faculty checks.

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If UJ sends you a provisional acceptance, act fast. Finalise funding and be ready for online registration once final results land.

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If your first UJ choice does not work out, move early on your backup options.

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