Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

#10 (tied)

In South Africa

#1201-1500

In the world

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University is all about practical learning in the Eastern Cape. If you want real experience with your degree, this is your spot.

Ranking source: THE 2026

Opening soon01 Apr - 30 Sept 2025

NMU is free to apply to, but some Health Sciences deadlines close earlier than the main August date.

  1. 1

    Go to the Nelson Mandela University application page

    Start at mandela.ac.za and open the online application.

  2. 2

    Complete the form carefully

    Enter your personal details and Grade 11 marks exactly as they appear on your report.

  3. 3

    Upload your certified documents

    Include your ID and your final Grade 11 report.

  4. 4

    Submit before the deadline

    Most programmes close on 3 August 2026, while some Health Sciences options close on 30 June 2026.

Fees & funding

NMU does not charge an undergraduate application fee. Use that time to plan NSFAS, housing, and your first registration costs.

Key dates

Applications open

1 April 2025

Applications close

30 September 2025

Health Sciences closes

30 June 2026

Housing applications due

30 September 2026

Go to NMU application portal