{"id":704,"date":"2024-01-23T12:53:10","date_gmt":"2024-01-23T12:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/courses24.co.za\/?page_id=704"},"modified":"2024-01-23T12:53:10","modified_gmt":"2024-01-23T12:53:10","slug":"cao-closing-date","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/cao-closing-date\/","title":{"rendered":"CAO Closing Date"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3315319061\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>The CAO closing date in South Africa for&nbsp;<strong>first semester<\/strong>&nbsp;programmes is&nbsp;<strong>31 October<\/strong>&nbsp;for the 2024 entry year. The CAO closing date in South Africa for&nbsp;<strong>second semester<\/strong>&nbsp;programmes is&nbsp;<strong>31 May<\/strong>&nbsp;for the 2024 entry year. The CAO closing date are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Medicine: 30 June: No late applications are accepted.<br \/>\u2022 All other programs: 30 September.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2024 CAO Application form is now closed.The late closing date was 17:00 on the 1st May.The normal closing date was 17:00 on the 1st February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An Exceptional Late Application facility opens on 5th July at 12:00 noon. This facility\u00a0<strong>applies only to applicants who are registered as an undergraduate student on 1st May<\/strong>\u00a0in any year in any one of the participating Higher Education Institutions. The closing date for Exceptional Late Applications is 22nd July at 17:00. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>5th November 2021 (12:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>CAO online application facility opens.<br \/>CAO Change of Course choices facility opens<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>20th January 2024 (17:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Apply online by this date to avail of the discounted application fee of \u20ac30.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>1st February (17:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Normal closing date for applications.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>4th February (12:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Online facility to amend course choices becomes available (\u20ac10 Fee)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Before 15th February<\/strong><\/td><td>Paper Applicants will be sent a Statement of Course Choices<br \/>(Contact CAO if you do not receive it)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Test Window:<br \/>18th-21st February<\/strong><\/td><td>HPAT Test \u2013 Undergraduate Entry to Medicine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>1st March (17:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Closing date for amending course choices<br \/>Closing date for completion of mature section of application form<br \/>Closing date for final completion of online HEAR\/DARE forms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Test Window:<br \/>5th-9th March<\/strong><\/td><td>MSAP online exam \u2013 For mature applicants to certain courses in UCD, UCC, UL and NUI Galway<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>4th March (12:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Late application facility opens.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>15th March (17:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Latest date for HEAR\/DARE supporting documentation to arrive in CAO<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Test window:<br \/>18th-23rd March<\/strong><\/td><td>GAMSAT Test \u2013 Graduate Entry to Medicine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Registration window:<br \/>11th-26th April (13:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Mature Nursing Test \u2013 register for the tests at www.nmbi.ie from 13:00 on Monday, 11th April until 13:00 on Tuesday, 26th April 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Test window:<br \/>5th-12th May (13:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Mature Nursing Test \u2013 you must complete the assessment tests between 13:00 on Thursday, 5th May and 13:00 on Thursday, 12th May 2024<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>1st May (17:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Closing date for late applications<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5th May (12:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Online Change of Mind facility becomes available (Free)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Before 15th May<\/strong><\/td><td>Late Paper Applicants will be sent a Statement of Course Choices<br \/>(Contact CAO if you do not receive it)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Before End of May<\/strong><\/td><td>Statement of Application Record sent to all applicants<br \/>(Contact CAO if you do not receive it)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>1st July (17:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Change of Mind closes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (10:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round A offers for certain Non-Standard categories of applicants \u2013 applicants receive an offer by e-mail and SMS text<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (15:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round A acceptances closing date.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>22nd July (17:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Exceptional closing date for late applications for those already attending a participating HEI<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (10:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 0 offers for certain Non-Standard categories of applicant \u2013 applicants receive an offer by e-mail and SMS text<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (15:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 0 acceptances closing date.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC<\/strong><\/td><td>Current year Leaving Certificate results issued<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (14:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 1 offers available from 14:00 online \u2013 also issued by e-mail and SMS text.<br \/>Applicants who have not received an offer will receive a `Statement of Application` e-mail.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (12:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Available Place facility opens<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (15:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 1 acceptances closing date.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (10:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 2 offers available online.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (15:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 2 acceptances closing date.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (10:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 3 offers available online \u2013 applicants will also receive an offer notification by e-mail and SMS text.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (15:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 3 acceptances closing date.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (10:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 4 offers available online \u2013 applicants will also receive an offer notification by e-mail and SMS text.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (15:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 4 acceptances closing date.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (10:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 5 offers available online \u2013 applicants will also receive an offer notification by e-mail and SMS text.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC (15:00)<\/strong><\/td><td>Round 5 acceptances closing date.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC<\/strong><\/td><td>HEIs begin registration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC<\/strong><\/td><td>Results of Leaving Certificate appeals released<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TBC<\/strong><\/td><td>Offer Season Ends.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>5th November 2024<\/strong><\/td><td>CAO application facility opens for 2026 applications<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it is important to note that some programmes may have earlier closing dates, so it is always best to check with the CAO or the institution you are applying to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that the above dates are for applications and the fully paid administration fee. Late applications will be accepted, but a late administration fee will be charged.<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-3079825258\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3162761272\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-1499619632\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The CAO closing date in South Africa for&nbsp;first semester&nbsp;programmes is&nbsp;31 October&nbsp;for the 2024 entry year. The CAO closing date in South Africa for&nbsp;second semester&nbsp;programmes is&nbsp;31 May&nbsp;for the 2024 entry year. The CAO closing date are as follows: \u2022 Medicine: 30 June: No late applications are accepted.\u2022 All other programs: 30 September. The 2024 CAO Application\u2026 <span class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/cao-closing-date\/\">Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-704","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/704","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=704"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/704\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=704"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}