Applications made simple

Your application.
Your future.
Made simple.

Apply to universities and colleges without the confusion. SmartApply helps you navigate your applications from start to submission.

Applicant
Lindiwe M.
Status
Ready
Destination
B.Com, UJ
Closing Date
30 Sep
Assistance
Standard
Channel
WhatsApp
Chat open, we're helping now
Application submitted
30+ institutions
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Why SmartApply exists

Applying after matric shouldn't be this complicated.

Different institutions have different requirements, application fees and closing dates. SmartApply brings the information and application assistance together in one simple place, so you always know your next step.

See How It Works
Three steps, start to finish

How It Works

No portals to juggle, no guesswork. Just a straightforward path from choosing your institution to submitting your application.

01

Choose

Find the universities or colleges you want to apply to, all in one directory.

02

Chat

Connect with SmartApply on WhatsApp and tell us where you want to apply.

03

Apply

We help you through the application process and keep you informed along the way.

Start Your Application
Two paths, one platform

Where do you want to go next?

Whether you're planning for university or college, we'll help you take the next step.

University

Explore Universities

View application information, fees and closing dates for supported universities.

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College

Explore Colleges

Explore TVET and other supported college opportunities near you.

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The SmartApply difference

Why SmartApply?

Simple

No confusing process

We make the application journey easier to understand, one step at a time.

Affordable

Built for students

Straightforward packages designed with students' budgets in mind.

Convenient

Apply from your phone

Get assistance through WhatsApp, wherever you are.

Support

You're not doing it alone

Get help whenever you're unsure what to do next.

Directory preview

Find your next institution

A sample of what's inside, real institutions, real fees, real closing dates.

University

University of Johannesburg

App. Fee
Free
Closes
30 Sep
TVET College

Tshwane North TVET

App. Fee
Free
Closes
15 Nov
Private College

Rosebank College

App. Fee
R150
Closes
Rolling
Simple, upfront packages

Choose the help you need

Starter
R100

For students applying to a few institutions.

Get Started
Premium
R350

For students who need more extensive application assistance.

Get Started
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SmartApply service fees are separate from any application fees charged by universities or colleges.

Real students, real progress

Students we've helped

I was so confused about where to apply. SmartApply helped me understand everything and submit my applications.

— Nyandano, UP
250+
Applications assisted
30+
Institutions
200+
Students helped
Common questions

FAQs

Yes. SmartApply assists students with applications to supported universities.

Yes. SmartApply is designed for universities, TVET colleges and other supported colleges.

No. SmartApply assists with the application process. Admission decisions are made by the institution.

Yes. Where an institution charges an application fee, that fee is separate from your SmartApply service fee.

Simply click "Start Your Application" and chat with SmartApply on WhatsApp.

Ready to take your next step?

Let SmartApply make your university or college application simpler.

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