Welcome Maties!
Your Matie journey starts here
A new chapter filled with discovery, connection and opportunity. Get ready to explore campus life and make Stellenbosch your home.
The 2026 institutional Welcoming Programme starts on Monday 26 January for all commuter students (including Law students in commuter and residence communities). Residence students arrive on Tuesday 27 January.
The programme is designed to help you settle into university life, meet your classmates and lecturers, and understand what to expect in your first year. Each faculty will also host its own welcoming programme.
Explore the blocks below for the full institutional and faculty programmes, as well as information on campus life and available support services.
Start your Maties journey
Everything you need to know to get started at Stellenbosch. From student cards to Wi-Fi, maps and making your first week stress-free.
Welcome event
Join fellow first-years for an unforgettable opening celebration. This is your official welcome to the Stellenbosch University community.
Welcome from the SU Management
Hear from members of our management as they share special welcoming messages to our new Maties.
Registration and fees
Find out how to register for your programme, manage your student account and access important information about payments and financial support.
Welcoming programmes
Start your Matie journey with a week of discovery, connection and fun. Meet new friends and learn what it means to be a Matie.
Student communities (residence and commuter students)
Learn more about how you can become involved in on-campus student life and activities.
Student support
Student governance
Academic support
Parking and transport
Health and safety
