Unrealistic and Barbaric Admission Process at UJ

On 27 January 2025, I was overjoyed to receive an offer to study Finance at the University of Johannesburg. It felt like all my hard work had finally paid off, and I was excited to start this new chapter in my life. However, just a few hours later, that joy was crushed when my offer mysteriously disappeared from the portal without any notice or explanation.

It is completely unrealistic and barbaric for an institution like UJ to retract an offer so quickly, leaving no room for clarity or understanding. This has been an emotionally draining and mentally taxing experience. The constant uncer*****y and lack of communication have caused undue stress and anxiety, which is detrimental to one’s health.

Students invest their time, energy, and emotions into this process, and offers should come with a sense of reliability. What should have been a moment of pride and celebration turned into a nightmare that left me feeling disregarded and undervalued.

UJ must improve its processes and show respect for the mental well-being of prospective students. This experience was nothing short of disheartening, and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone else.