How To Track Your Unisa Application

Unisa is the largest open distance learning university in Africa.

The school offers a wide range of qualifications and caters to working professionals and those seeking flexible learning options.

After submitting your Unisa application, it’s natural to feel curious about its status.

This guide will walk you through the process of tracking your Unisa application and answer some frequently asked questions.

The Unisa Application Process

The Unisa application process generally involves submitting an online application form along with the required supporting documents.

Once submitted, your application enters an evaluation stage where officials assess your eligibility for the chosen program.

This evaluation can take several weeks, depending on the program and the volume of applications received.

Unisa offers two primary methods to track your application status:

Online Application Status Tracker: Unisa provides a dedicated online portal for tracking application progress. Here’s how to access it:
- Visit the Unisa website: https://www.unisa.ac.za/
- Navigate to the “Apply for Admission” section.
- Scroll down and locate the “Track My Status” or “Track Application Status” option.
- Enter your student number (if available) and click “Continue.”
- The portal will display the current status of your application.
MyLife Email:
- If you are a first-time applicant, Unisa will communicate application updates via the email address you provided during the application process.
- Regularly check this email address for any updates from Unisa.
- Previously registered Unisa students will receive application updates via their myLife email address.

The processing time for Unisa applications can vary depending on the program chosen and the application volume.

Generally, it can take anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks for a decision.

The online application portal will display your application status with a brief explanation.

These are some common statuses you might encounter:

Submitted: This indicates Unisa has received your application.
Incomplete: This means some required documents are missing. You will need to submit them to proceed with the evaluation.
Under Review: Your application is being evaluated by the relevant department.
Awaiting Decision: The evaluation is complete, and a decision is pending.
Offer Made: You have been offered admission to the program!
Application Unsuccessful: Unfortunately, your application was not successful.

If you haven’t received any updates after a reasonable waiting period (around 8 weeks), you can contact the Unisa Contact Centre for enquiries:

Yes, you have the right to appeal an unsuccessful application decision.

However, appeals are only considered if there were exceptional circumstances that may have impacted the initial evaluation.

Unisa provides clear guidelines for application appeals on their website.

If Unisa offers you admission, you will receive a formal letter outlining the next steps.

This typically involves accepting the offer, registering for courses, and finalizing any outstanding fees.

You can accept your Unisa offer online through the “Apply for Admission” section of the Unisa website.

Detailed instructions will be provided in your offer letter.