North-West University (NWU) Online Application 2025/2026

When to Apply for NWU 2025-2026

North-West University (NWU) Online Application 2025/2026

The Management of North-West University is now inviting all prospective students who qualify for undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications to apply for admissions for the 2025-2026 academic intake as the application window is already open as of April 1, 2024. Don’t dream any longer and get started with your application to study at North-West University for the academic year 2025-2026. NWU application period is now open from Monday, April 1, 2024, and will officially end on the last day of August 2024. Enrol now!!!

The North-West University (NWU) Application Dates for 2025/2026

We are thrilled to announce that, the academic year 2025-2026 application window is now open and active at North-West University (NWU). Prospective students wishing to study at North-West University can now apply by submitting a fully completed application form from April 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024.

Please remember this date and ensure that North-West University receives all of your application documents before August 31, 2024.

NWU Application Closing Dates For 2025/2026

North-West University application window for the 2025-2026 academic year is set to close as follows:

Non-selection courses: 31 August 2024
Music: 31 August 2023 – Audition must be done best before the deadline
Graphic Design: 31 August 2024
Engineering: 31 August 2024
Occupational Hygiene: 31 August 2024
Urban and Regional Planning: 31 August 2024
All other selection courses: 30 June 2024

North-West University (NWU) Applicants Fee For 2025-2026

The application fee for the academic year 2025/2026 is now available to all prospective applicants. According to the management of North-west University, the application is free for South African applicants but all international applications must pay a non-refundable application fee of R550 regardless of the qualifications sought for

Payment options for an applicant of the North-West University (NWU)

Applicants to this university have several options for paying their application fees. The channels are as follows:

Cash payment: Cash payments must be made at the cashier’s Office. You must upload or attach the receipt to the forms as proof of payment.
Direct Bank Deposit: Deposit the amount to the details below
North-West banking details
Standard Bank
- Bank Name Standard Bank
- Branch code 052 838
- Account Number 33 038 446 5
ABSA
- Bank Name ABSA
- Branch code 632 005
- Account Number 40 7009 9350
Nedbank
- Bank Name Nedbank
- Branch code 171 338
- Account Number 1713 378 531
First National Bank
- Bank Name: FNB
- Branch code: 240 438
- Account Number: 6216 190 7335

Documents needed for the application process for 2025/2026 admissions

The documents listed below are essential components of the application process. Most applications are rejected because the applicants did not upload or submit all of the required documents. To avoid disappointment, ensure that the following documents are submitted within the application period:

Results from grades 12 and 11 (final results only) Alternatively, if you have previously passed matric, a copy of your matric certificate.
A photocopy of your ID
A copy of your transcripts (if applicable).
Applicants who are currently enhancing their grade 12 results will be evaluated only after the NWU receives the improved results.
Applicants who pursue the Cambridge, GED, or any other non-NSC curriculum, or who may be eligible for an exemption due to older age or post-school qualifications, must present a USAF exemption certificate.
Completed undertaking
Additional documents for international prospective students:
- A copy of relevant results
- A copy of your passport

Recommendations for online applicants for 2025/2026 applications to North-West University (NWU)

As educational experts, we have provided you with some key things to do to be accepted into your desired courses at the North-West University (NWU).

Choose a course with fewer restrictions. Medicine, engineering, and other health-related courses have a very limited selection. Avoid such courses if at all possible.
Study the faculty and minimum requirements of your desired course by downloading the course brochure.
Avoid using Internet Explorer. When applying, if possible, use Google Chrome or Firefox.
Ensure your contact information such as phone number and email address is active.
Save your documents in PDF, TIFF, or another softcopy format.
Ensure these documents are certified by the right office or person
Your name must be exactly as it appears on the documents you are submitting. If they aren’t, obtain an affidavit.

How to Apply to the North-West University (NWU) Online for Admission in 2025

To submit an application form, prospective applicants must follow the steps outlined below. A step cannot be omitted for any reason. You must follow all of the instructions listed below to apply to the North-West University (NWU):

Log in to the application portal

For online applications, visit the application portal at www.nwu.ac.za
Choosing a New application.

Register your Profile

Go to create a new student number. Complete the boxes and enter a new student number.
Use your student number along with the PIN number you made to log in.

Complete the online form

Complete all fields with exact and accurate data.
Do not skip any required field

Upload all the supporting documents

Upload any necessary supporting documents in the appropriate format.
Upload them one after the other

Pay the Necessary application fee

The application is free for South African Applicants and R550 for international students. This must be paid before you can submit the online application.

Submit them for Review

Application submission is made by clicking the submit button
Hit the submit button after completing the online form

Admission requirements for selection in 2025/2026 at the North-West University (NWU)

The number of slots available for a program heavily influences the selection. Meeting the admission requirement, on the other hand, is an important factor in the selection criteria. The most qualified applicants are chosen for the various programs. The requirements for degrees, diplomas, and certificates are listed below:

Applicants must meet sufficient levels of accomplishment in the offered disciplines as well as the necessary mix of recognized National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Independent Examinations Board (IEB) subjects in order to be admitted to a faculty and a particular program. Please take note of the applicant score and minimum pass % per subject requirements for the qualification you are applying for.

North-West University (NWU) Contact Details for 2025/2026

Undergraduate students
- 018 299 4383/4130/4263/2445
- 018 285 2332
- Call Centre: 018 285 4320
Postgraduate students
- Mahikeng Campus
- 018 389 2400
- E-mail: MC-HigherDegrees@nwu.ac.za
Potchefstroom Campus
- 018 299 4044
- 018 285 2619
- E-mail: HigherDegree-Enquiries@nwu.ac.za
Vanderbijlpark Campus
- 016 910 3107
- E-mail: VTC-HigherDegees@nwu.ac.za