With the 2024 matric results on the horizon, prospective students across South Africa are eager to secure their spots in higher education for the 2025 academic year. South African universities have released their registration dates, providing crucial information for both new and returning students.
2025 University Registration Dates
To help you plan your academic journey, here's a breakdown of the registration periods for some of the country's leading universities:
| University | First-Time Entering Students | Returning Students |
|---|---|---|
| Stellenbosch University | 15 - 25 January | 15 January - 8 February |
| University of the Western Cape | 8 - 31 January | 8 January - 7 February |
| University of Cape Town | 6 January - 14 February | 6 January - 14 February |
| University of the Free State | 7 January - 7 February | 7 January - 7 February |
| University of Johannesburg | 14 January - 7 February | 14 January - 7 February |
| University of Kwazulu-Natal | 7 January - 14 February | 7 January - 14 February |
| Tshwane University of Technology | 16 January - 2 February | 16 January - 2 February |
| Central University of Technology | 22 - 27 January | 28 - 31 January |
| Durban University of Technology | 13 January - 7 February | 13 January - 7 February |
| Mangosuthu University of Technology | 27 January - 7 February | 27 January - 7 February |
| Rhodes University | 1 - 2 February | 1 - 2 February |
| Walter Sisulu University | 8 - 31 January | 8 - 31 January |
| Unisa | 8 January - 21 February | 8 January - 21 February |
| Wits | Depends on faculty | Depends on faculty |
| University of Pretoria | 19 January | 3 February |
| Nelson Mandela University | 13 January | 13 January |
| Sol Plaatje University | 3 February - 14 February | 20 January - 14 February |
| North West University | 20 January - 24 February | 27 January - 6 February |
| Sefako Makgatho University | TBA | 6 - 17 January |
| University of Fort Hare | 13 - 31 January | TBA |
| University of Zululand | TBA | 3 -7 February |
| University of Limpopo | 23 - 31 January/3-7 February | 10-17 January/20-24 January |
Universities South Africa (USAf) has announced that outcome letters will be released on 14 January 2025, following the release of matric results. Sixteen universities will start their 2025 academic year in January, while ten universities will commence in February.
With careful planning and timely registration, you can secure your place at a South African university and embark on your academic journey. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it's recommended to visit the official websites of your preferred institutions.
