Rhodes Online application requirements 2024-2025

Learn more about the application requirements for Rhodes Online in the academic year 2024–2025 on this page.

Rhodes, among the select research-focused universities in South Africa, stands as the only one located outside a major city. A distinctive feature of many undergraduate courses is service-learning, enabling students to apply their education by participating in diverse projects within their communities. The university’s unique position significantly influences the depth of student learning.

Student fees (estimate)

Eligibility for Rhodes Online in 2024-2025 is required.

a certified copy of your O/A Levels, National Senior/Matric Certificate, or other pertinent school-leaving credentials. a certified copy of your passport or ID.
If you are an international applicant, you must submit official documentation from Universities in South Africa (previously known as HESA) demonstrating your qualification for enrollment in degree programs at South African universities. The undergraduate prospectus includes more details.
certified copies of your academic transcript, conduct certificate, and degree certificate if you attended any other universities.
Foreign applicants from non-English speaking nations must provide evidence of their English language proficiency.
Evaluations from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) are required if the prior qualification(s) was/were obtained at a foreign university (outside South Africa).
A research proposal or the proposed title of your dissertation or thesis should be included if you’re applying for a master’s or doctoral degree.
If you are a prospective international student, you must have a valid study permit.
Please make sure that you have read the instructions above before submitting an online application.
Please make sure you have all of the necessary HESA/SAQA documents before submitting your application.
When paying the application fee, kindly reference “APPN” (followed by your student number).