SAT University Admissions Guide

University of the Witwatersrand

Also known as: Wits University, Wits

Public school in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Established in 1896 as a school of mines, Wits University has evolved into a comprehensive institution with a strong international reputation. It is renowned for its research output and has produced numerous Nobel laureates, including Nelson Mandela, who studied law there. Wits is a leader in fields like health sciences, engineering, and humanities, and is home to significant fossil hominid sites.

public university

top-ranked

research university

urban campus

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SAT Scores are required for some programs

This university requires SAT Scores for some programs.

Admission for local students is competitive and based on the Admission Points Score (APS) calculated from their National Senior Certificate results. For international applicants from the USA, Wits requires a high school diploma accompanied by SAT scores to qualify for a matriculation exemption certificate from Universities South Africa (USAf). Therefore, the SAT is required for this applicant group.

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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