UFH Online Application 2026 is your step-by-step guide to applying for first-year study at the University of Fort Hare. This page explains requirements, documents, the application fee, and the upload rules in clear language. It is written so learners, parents, and teachers can follow the process from start to finish without confusion.
Last updated: 29 August 2025
What you need before you start
- A valid email address that you check often.
- Proof that you meet the programme’s minimum entrance requirements. See the Undergraduate Application Study Guide 2025 on this site for details.
- Certified documents that are scanned clearly and saved as PDF files.
- Each file must be a separate attachment. Maximum file size per document is 512 KB.
- Proof of payment for the application fee.
Important: If any compulsory document is missing or not uploaded to the correct field, the application will not be processed.
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Application fee
- R120.00 per undergraduate application.
- The fee is non-refundable.
- Keep your proof of payment and upload it in the correct field.
Study choices
- You may apply for two study choices in the academic year.
- Once chosen, study choices cannot be changed.
Required documents
Upload certified, separate PDFs. Use the correct field names when you upload.
South African applicants who already finished Matric
- Certified ID copy
- Proof of payment for the application fee
- National Senior Certificate or equivalent
- Consent form from a parent or guardian if younger than 18
South African applicants currently in Grade 12
- Certified ID copy
- Proof of payment for the application fee
- Grade 12 Mid-Year or June results
- Consent form from a parent or guardian if younger than 18
Note: For current Grade 12 learners, uploading the June results is compulsory. If this is missing, the application will not be processed.

International applicants who finished high school in South Africa
- Certified passport or ID copy
- Proof of payment for the application fee
- Certified final High School Certificate or equivalent
- USAf Exemption Certificate
- Consent form from a parent or guardian if younger than 18
International applicants with foreign qualifications
- Certified passport or ID copy
- Proof of payment for the application fee
- Certified final High School Certificate or equivalent
- USAf Exemption Certificate
- SAQA verification if requested for the qualification
- Consent form from a parent or guardian if younger than 18
Re-applicants and continuing students with a break in studies
- Check minimum entrance requirements in the Undergraduate Application Study Guide 2025 on this site.
- Application fee: R120.00
- Only two study choices. No amendments after selection.
Compulsory uploads for re-applicants / continuing students
- Proof of payment for the application fee
- Certified ID or passport copy
- Certified final High School Certificate or equivalent
- Certified copies of previous qualifications if applying for postgraduate study
- SAQA verification for international qualifications if requested
File and upload rules
- Scan each document as a clear PDF.
- One document per upload field. Do not combine files.
- Maximum 512 KB per file. If your file is larger, reduce the size and rescan.
- Check that names, ID numbers and results are readable before you submit.
How to submit the UFH Online Application 2026
- Create your applicant profile and start the undergraduate application.
- Choose two study choices that match your subjects and likely results.
- Upload each certified document as a separate PDF to the correct field.
- Pay the R120 fee and upload the proof of payment.
- Submit and keep your applicant number safe.
- Check your email for the acknowledgement and any next steps.
After you submit
- You will receive an acknowledgement by email with your applicant number.
- Use that number whenever you ask about your application.
- Watch your email for any requests to upload updated results or missing items.
- If documents are missing or uploads are incorrect, the application will not be considered until fixed.
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Can I change my study choices after I submit?
No. You can select two choices only and they cannot be changed later.
What file format and size must I use?
Use PDF only. Each file must be 512 KB or smaller. Upload one document per field.
Must Grade 12 learners upload June results?
Yes. Grade 12 Mid-Year or June results are compulsory for current learners.
Do I need certified copies?
Yes. All uploaded documents must be certified and clear.
What if I do not have a USAf Exemption or SAQA verification yet?
Apply for the certificate as soon as possible and upload it when ready. Your application may be delayed until it is received.
Short checklist
- Valid email address
- Two study choices selected
- Certified ID or passport
- Proof of payment for R120
- NSC or final school certificate, or Grade 12 June results if still in school
- USAf Exemption and SAQA verification if required
- Each file a separate PDF, ≤ 512 KB, uploaded to the correct field
Conclusion: Use UFH Online Application 2026 to submit a complete, clean application on the first try. Follow the checklist, keep to the upload rules, and make sure every compulsory document is attached in the right place. This keeps your application moving without delays.

