- You may apply for a maximum of three programmes (order of choice does not matter).
- If you apply for two programmes within one Faculty, you are advised to apply for one programme in a less restricted faculty (e.g. Humanities, Commerce or Science).
- Try to keep your options open, especially when applying for programmes in Faculties such as Health Sciences or Engineering.
- Do not enter the duration of the programme. You are applying to go into 1st year of study.
- A non-refundable application fee of R100 for South African citizens, and R700 for foreign citizens, is required.
Wits Application Fee
- Non-refundable application fee of R100 for South African citizens
- Non-refundable application fee for foreign citizens of R700
- Payments to be made before closing dates.
- Use your T Number or Person Number as reference
Undergraduate Wits Online Application 2024/2025
To apply online at Wits University, you need to follow these steps:
1. Visit the official website of Wits University and navigate to the “Admissions” section or go direct at
2. Create an account by providing your personal details such as name, email address, and contact information.
3. Choose the program you want to apply for and carefully read the admission requirements.
4. Fill out the online application form with accurate information regarding your academic qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and any additional supporting documents required.
5. Pay the application fee through the provided payment options.
6. Submit your application online.
7. Keep track of your application status through regular updates on the university’s admission portal or communication sent via email.
Remember to double-check all the information provided before submitting your application. Good luck with your Wits University application!
How to apply for postgraduate Wits Online Application 2024/2025
To apply for postgraduate study at Wits, follow these steps:
1. Use the course finder on the Wits website to search for your desired programme of study and find the course entry.
2. Once you have found the course, visit www.wits.ac.za/applications to apply online.
3. Fill out the application form with all the necessary information and submit it online.
4. Make sure to attach any required supporting documents, such as academic transcripts or letters of recommendation.
5. Pay the application fee as stated on the website.
6. After submitting your application, keep an eye on your email for any further instructions or updates from Wits regarding your application status.
Good luck with your application!
Additional Forms
How to pay
Deposit exact amount into the University’s Application Fee account:
- Standard Bank, Account name: Wits University – Application Fees. Current Account Number: 200 346 385, Branch code: Braamfontein 004 805. CI Number 074A. (International payment swift code: SBZAZAJJ). Use your person/student number as a reference.
- Pay by cash or credit card at the Wits Fees Office, Ground Floor, Solomon Mahlangu House (Senate House), Braamfontein Campus East, Jorissen Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, South Africa. Use your person/student number as a reference.
- EFT – Use your T Number or person/student number as the reference.
STEP 2 – Acknowledgement of Application
- You will receive an email from the University acknowledging receipt of your application.
- The acknowledgment email will contain a person number (which will become your student number).
- All records of correspondence from the University will be available on the student self-service portal
- Check the status of your application and to do items on the student self-service portal regularly.
- Keep your contact details uptodate on self-service.
To view all correspondence generated on the Self Service Portal, go to the Main Menu > Self Service > Wits Student Self Service > Communication History
To check your Application Status on the Self Service go to the Main Menu > Self Service > Student Centre > Admissions > View Academic Application Status
STEP 3 – Upload Supporting Documents
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Log in with your person number and the first six digits of your ID.
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Current Matriculants: Upload your final Grade 11 Results. The results must be certified and bear your school stamp.
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Already Matriculated: Upload certified copies of all your matric certificates/foreign school leaving certificates. A physical/hard copy of the certificates, originally certified, must be submitted to the Wits Student Enrolment Centre (SEnC), Ground Floor, Solomon Mahlangu House (Senate House), Wits University via hand delivery, registered mail or courier.
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Other Tertiary Institutions: Upload a certified copy of academic records for ALL tertiary registrations, inclusive of statement/certificate of good conduct, stamped by the institution’s registrar.
STEP 4 – Acceptance of Offer
- Current Matriculants may be made a conditional offer (depending on Grade 11 results). Please note that certain programmes have additional selection criteria (interview/audition/NBT).
- Firm offers can only be confirmed after receiving final matric results.
- Each choice of degree is treated as a separate application. The order of choice makes no difference.
- Communication offering a firm place and information about registration and orientation programmewill reflect on the self service portal, and registration and orientation details will be available on the Wits website.
- Places are limited, therefore you may only accept one offer. You are required to respond to the offer within a few days to secure your place.
Changed your mind about your choice of study?
- DO NOT submit a new application!
- Refer to the closing dates to see if applications are still open for your new selection.
- If you are certain you want to change your programme choice, contact your Admissions Consultant to request the amendment to be processed. It is advisable to avoid multiple changes.
- Should your contact details change (e.g. email, residential or postal address or contact numbers) update your new details on the student self-service portal: