Rhodes University Registration 2025
Navigating the registration process at Rhodes University (RU) may appear intricate, so I’ve simplified it into two primary phases: administrative registration and curriculum approval.
RU Registration Requirements:
- Your student number
- Official school results copy
- Clearance of Initial Fee Payment (IF)
- Deposit slip copy (if applicable)
- Bursary or NSFAS award letter (if applicable)
- School leavers: NSC/A Level/HIGCSE final results
- Transferring students: Previous university transcript and course outlines
- International students: IF clearance proof, valid study visa passport, Simeka Health arranged medical aid cover proof
Important Date: All new and returning students must register annually. Administrative registration for the 2024 academic year opened on January 22nd and closed on February 10th. Late registration incurs additional fees.
How to Register at Rhodes University:
Registration occurs online via the Rhodes Online Student System (ROSS). Log in using your student number and password.
- Rhodes University Registration Gateway: https://www.ru.ac.za/registrationgateway/
- Guide to hassle-free registration (Returning Students): https://www.ru.ac.za/registrationgateway/
- Applying: https://www.ru.ac.za/admissiongateway/application/
Rhodes University Undergraduate Registration:
- After fee payment, complete online registration via the ROSS system: https://ross.ru.ac.za/
- Upload required documents like academic transcripts and ID.
- Participate in orientation week for finalizing registration and familiarizing with campus life.
Rhodes University Postgraduate Registration:
- New Postgraduate Initial Online Registration Process: https://www.ru.ac.za/media/rhodesuniversity/content/informationsystems/documents/ROSS_Registration_Guide.pdf
- Research desired program on Faculty websites.
- Submit application via the ROSS system with adherence to program-specific deadlines.
- Ensure possession of requisite academic qualifications and application materials.
- Upon successful application, receive admission offer.
- Accept offer, pay initial fee to secure place, and register via the ROSS system.
- Upload necessary documents like academic transcripts and ID.
- Engage in program-specific orientation.
Please be patient during RU’s registration processing. If you foresee a delay in processing before the registration closing date, seek assistance from your nearest RU Online Assistance facility.
