Matric learners who have not yet completed their university applications for 2027 are running out of time. With several university application deadlines approaching on 30 September 2026, prospective students are encouraged to act now and make sure their applications are fully completed.
If you have already applied, this is also the right time to go back and double-check your application.
Submitting an application is only the first step. Applicants should make sure that all required documents have been uploaded, any applicable application fee has been paid, and that the application has actually been submitted successfully.
Only 2 Days Left Before Some Applications Close
With 30 September 2026 approaching, matric learners should not wait until the final day to deal with outstanding application requirements.
If you have been planning to apply for university in 2027, use the next two days to check the university’s official application portal and make sure everything is in order.
Different universities have different application deadlines and requirements, so students should always confirm the information directly with the institution they want to attend.
Already Applied? Check Your Application Again
If you submitted your application weeks or months ago, don’t simply assume that everything is complete.
Take a few minutes to log into the university’s application portal and check your application status.
Look out for messages indicating that:
- Your application has been successfully submitted.
- Your supporting documents have been received.
- Your application fee has been paid, where applicable.
- There are no outstanding documents.
- Your personal information is correct.
- Your chosen programme or programmes are correct.
- Your contact details are up to date.
- The university has not requested additional information from you.
A small outstanding requirement could potentially delay the processing of an application, so it is worth checking before the deadline.
Have You Uploaded All Your Documents?
One of the most important things applicants should check is whether all required supporting documents have been submitted.
Depending on the university and programme, applicants may be asked for documents such as:
- South African ID or identity document
- Passport, where applicable
- Latest school results
- Grade 11 results
- Matric results when they become available
- Proof of payment, where required
- Academic records for students who have previously studied
- Other programme-specific documents
Do not assume that every university requires the same documents.
Check the requirements for your specific institution and programme before submitting anything.
Don’t Forget About Application Fees
Some universities charge an application fee, while others may allow students to apply without paying an application fee.
If your university requires an application fee, make sure that the payment has been made correctly and that you have followed the institution’s instructions regarding proof of payment.
If you have already paid, check your application portal or payment information to confirm that the payment has been recorded where applicable.
Keep your proof of payment somewhere safe.
Make Sure You Actually Submitted the Application
This sounds obvious, but students should make sure that they did not simply create an account, complete part of the application and then leave it unfinished.
There is a difference between starting an application and successfully submitting an application.
Log back into the official university application portal and look for the application status.
If the university provides an application reference number, save it.
Take a screenshot or keep a copy of important confirmation messages for your records.
Don’t Wait Until the Last Minute
Students who still need to apply should try to complete their applications as soon as possible.
Leaving everything until the final hours can create unnecessary problems, especially if you experience:
- Slow internet
- Website traffic
- Password problems
- Forgotten login details
- Missing documents
- Payment problems
- Technical errors
- Difficulty accessing the application portal
If you encounter a problem, contact the university’s official admissions or application support team as soon as possible.
Matric Learners: Check Your Programme Choices
Before the deadline, take another look at the qualifications you selected.
Make sure you understand:
- The qualification you are applying for
- The minimum admission requirements
- The required subjects
- The required APS or admission score, where applicable
- Any additional programme requirements
- Whether the programme is still accepting applications
Meeting the minimum requirements does not necessarily guarantee admission, as universities may have limited spaces and additional selection requirements for certain programmes.
What If You Have Not Applied Yet?
If you have not submitted your application yet, don’t panic—but don’t delay either.
Find the official application website of the university you want to attend, check whether applications are still open, and follow the application instructions.
Do not rely on social media posts or messages from other students for the final deadline. Universities can have different closing dates for different qualifications, campuses or application categories.
Always confirm the deadline directly with the university.
A Quick University Application Checklist
- Before you consider your application finished, ask yourself:
- Have I created my application account?
- Have I completed all required sections?
- Have I selected the correct qualification?
- Have I checked the admission requirements?
- Have I uploaded all required documents?
- Have I paid the application fee, if required?
- Have I submitted the application?
- Did I receive an application confirmation or reference number?
- Have I checked my application status?
- Are my contact details correct?
- Have I saved my login details and application information?
If you can answer “yes” to all of these questions, you have taken an important step towards making sure your application is ready for processing.
Don’t Forget to Check the Deadline
The 30 September 2026 deadline applies to some university applications, but not necessarily every university or every programme.
Some institutions may have later closing dates, while certain programmes may close earlier because of limited space or additional selection requirements.
For this reason, students should check the official university website for the latest deadline before assuming that they have more time.
Two Days Can Make a Difference
For matric learners planning to study in 2027, these final days are an important reminder to take action.
If you have not applied, check whether your chosen university is still accepting applications.
If you have already applied, log into your application portal and make sure there are no outstanding requirements.
Don’t just assume your application is complete—check it.
With some university application deadlines approaching on 30 September 2026, students should use the time available to make sure their applications are submitted correctly and that all required documents and payments have been dealt with.
Good luck to all matric learners applying to university for 2027.
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