Apply to North-West University for 2026

Apply to North-West University for 2026, www.nwu.ac.za Online Application 2026

North-West University welcomes students from all backgrounds, and the portal is already taking applications for 2026. Whether you are a foreign candidate or a South African citizen, you can apply for admission. This post covers all of the information you need to submit an application to North-West University. If you are interested in attending North-West University, now is the time to have all of your questions answered and begin the application process!

NWU Application Dates for 2026

North-West University (NWU) is accepting applications for the 2026 academic year, starting April 1, 2025. Get ready to begin your application journey and secure your spot at NWU!

Application Opens: April 1, 2025
General Application Deadline: June 30, 2025 (for most programs)
Selection Program Deadlines:
- Music: August 31, 2025 (with audition required)
- Graphic Design, Engineering, Occupational Hygiene, Urban & Regional Planning, and other selection programs: August 31, 2025

Required Documents for NWU Applications

Prospective applicants who submit an online application will be asked to upload supporting documents as part of the application process. This stage of the process is very key to gaining admission to study at North-West University. Failure to upload these required documents would invalidate your application form, and you cannot continue to apply. Applicants are hereby advised to gather the following documents before commencing the application process:

Undergraduate Applicants

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

Postgraduate Applicants

Completed mandatory undertaking
A copy of your ID
Copy of your academic record (if applicable).
Additional documents for international prospective students:
- A copy of relevant results
- A copy of your passport

North-West University (NWU) Application Fee

All domestic applicants to North-West University have wonderful news! It is free to apply to NWU for the 2026 academic year. International students, however, must pay an application fee of R550.

How to apply to NWU for 2026

Dreaming of studying at North-West University? This simplified guide breaks down the online application process, making it easier than ever to secure your spot for the 2026 academic year.

Access the NWU Application Portal for 2026.
Generate a new student ID number.
If you already have an existing student number, enter it in the portal.
Once you receive your student number, use it along with the PIN you created to log in. Keep both your student ID and PIN safe for future use.
Complete all required fields on the application form.
Upload any necessary supporting documents. Incomplete applications may be rejected by the university.

Submit your application once all information and documents are provided

NWU Contact Information

See below to channel all application concerns to the university:

Undergraduate students

018 299 4383/4130/4263/2445
018 285 2227/2332
applicationsug@nwu.ac.za

Postgraduate students

Mahikeng Campus
018 389 2400
E-mail: MC-HigherDegrees@nwu.ac.za

Visit the official website by clicking on this link: https://www.nwu.ac.za/:

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Lilitha Sentomile April 24, 2024

I am currently in matric and aspire to study in the Rhodes University although my grade 11 report was not so appealing for the career path I would like to pursue next year. If there is a way of assistance in how I can be a student of your university please contact me, thanks.

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