{"id":39,"date":"2026-03-15T00:34:37","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T00:34:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/?page_id=39"},"modified":"2026-03-15T00:34:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-15T00:34:38","slug":"how-to-apply-to-rhodes-university-for-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/how-to-apply-to-rhodes-university-for-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Rhodes University (RU) 2027 Applications: Guide for Prospective Students"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Rhodes University, a respected public institution in Makhanda, Eastern Cape, opens applications each year for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes through its official online portal. This guide outlines key dates, admission requirements, the application process, fees, and tracking procedures for 2027 intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When do Rhodes University applications open for 2027?<\/strong><br>Applications for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes open on <strong>1 April 2026<\/strong> via the ROSS online portal. New applicants must register for an account before starting their application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application deadlines at Rhodes University<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Undergraduate (domestic and international):<\/strong> closes on <strong>30 September 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Postgraduate:<\/strong> typically closes by <strong>31 October 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note:<\/em> International undergraduate applications submitted after 30 September 2026 will not be considered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Undergraduate admission requirements at RU<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>National Senior Certificate (NSC) with <strong>Bachelor\u2019s pass\/exemption<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Minimum <strong>APS of 40<\/strong> (calculated from top six subjects, excluding Life Orientation), with faculty-specific thresholds for Science, Commerce, Pharmacy, Education, and Law.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Level 4 (50\u201359\u202f%) or above in required subjects such as <strong>English and Mathematics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Requirements for international and postgraduate applicants<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>International students:<\/strong> certified passport copy, SAQA evaluation for non\u2011South African qualifications, proof of English proficiency (e.g., IELTS), and matric exemption documentation where applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Postgraduate applicants:<\/strong> relevant bachelor\u2019s degree (average of 65\u202f% or higher), academic transcripts, and sometimes a <strong>motivation letter, CV, or research proposal<\/strong> depending on the programme.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to apply online through the Rhodes University portal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the <strong>RU Admission Gateway (ROSS)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Register using your South African ID or passport, email, and phone number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Verify your profile via email, then complete the application form, selecting up to <strong>two programme choices<\/strong> and uploading all required documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay the non\u2011refundable <strong>application fee of R100<\/strong> and submit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will receive a reference\/student number confirming registration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Application fee details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All applicants (domestic and international) must pay a <strong>R100 non-refundable fee<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment is made via the portal and proof of payment must be uploaded.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Late international applications will not be accepted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tracking your application status at Rhodes University<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Log in to the ROSS portal to view your dashboard and status (e.g., \u201cApplication Received\u201d, \u201cOffer Made\u201d).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Undergraduate offers are typically released in <strong>October 2026<\/strong>, while postgraduate offers are usually released in <strong>November 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check your email (including spam\/junk folders) regularly for updates from RU.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<style>\n  .faq-question { cursor: pointer; font-weight: bold; margin-top: 10px; padding: 8px; background-color: #f5f5f5; border: 1px solid #ddd; }\n  .faq-answer { display: none; padding: 8px; border-left: 3px solid #0073aa; background-color: #fafafa; margin-bottom: 10px; }\n  .faq-answer a { color: #0073aa; text-decoration: underline; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div id=\"faq-container\">\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">1. When can I start my Rhodes University application?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">Applications open on <strong>1 April 2026<\/strong> via the ROSS portal at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ru.ac.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ru.ac.za<\/a>.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">2. What is the application deadline?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">All undergraduate applications close on <strong>30 September 2026<\/strong>; postgraduate deadlines extend to <strong>31 October 2026<\/strong>.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">3. How much is the application fee?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">You must pay a non\u2011refundable fee of <strong>R100<\/strong>. Upload payment proof in the application portal.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">4. Do I need a specific APS score?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">Yes\u2014an APS of approximately 40+ is typically required, with specific thresholds for certain faculties such as Science, Commerce, Pharmacy, Education, and Law.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">5. Who needs SAQA evaluation?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">International applicants with foreign qualifications must obtain a SAQA evaluation and submit certified documents during application.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">6. Can I apply to more than one programme?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">Yes. You can select up to two programme choices per application through ROSS.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">7. How long until I hear back?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">Undergraduate offers are generally released in <strong>October 2026<\/strong>; postgraduate decisions usually follow in <strong>November 2026<\/strong>. Monitor the ROSS portal and your email.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">8. Can I apply after the deadline?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">No. Rhodes University does not accept any international undergraduate applications after the 30\u00a0September 2026 deadline; late domestic applications might be considered in exceptional cases.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">9. What documents should I upload?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">Certified ID or passport, Grade\u202f11 or June Grade\u202f12 results or matric certificate, transcripts for previous tertiary study, proof of payment, and English proficiency proof if required.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"faq-item\">\n    <div class=\"faq-question\" onclick=\"toggleFAQ(this)\">10. Who can I contact for help?<\/div>\n    <div class=\"faq-answer\">Visit the Rhodes University Admission Gateway pages on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ru.ac.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ru.ac.za<\/a> for contact emails and phone numbers.<\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script>\n  function toggleFAQ(element) {\n    const answer = element.nextElementSibling;\n    answer.style.display = answer.style.display === 'block' ? 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