By | June 18, 2020

Step 1: Getting a student number (start at step 2 if you already have one)


Please note that the allocation of a student number does not mean that you have completed the application process. Please go through all the steps below to ensure that your application is complete and that it reaches us. Incomplete applications will not be processed by the University.


Step 2: Log in

When you receive a student number, use that together with the PIN number you created to log in.


Step 3: What do you want to study?

Complete all the fields. Use the yearbooks to obtain more information about the qualifications, modes of delivery and curricula.


Step 4: Upload supporting documents

In order to consider your application, please upload the following supporting documents. If the application is incomplete, it may be declined by the University:

  • Grade 12 results, grade 11 results (final results only) or a copy of your matric certificate – if you have already passed matric.
  • Applicants who are currently upgrading their grade 12 results, will only be considered after the improved results are presented to the NWU.
  • Applicants who follow Cambridge, GED or any other non-NSC curriculum, or who may qualify for exemption based on advanced age or post-school qualifications, must provide an exemption certificate as issued by USAF
  • Completed undertaking
  • Copy of your ID
  • Copy of your academic record (if applicable).
  • Additional documents for international prospective students:
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Step 5: Submit application

Please make sure that you press the Submit application button when you have finished ensuring that we receive your application.

Payable fees


Banking details:

  • ABSA account number: 409 169 1369
  • Name of account: NW University Online Registrations
  • Branch code & name: 632 005, Tom Street
  • Reference:
    • A + Prospective student’s ID no OR
    • A + student no OR 
    • A+ Date of birth and surname

Contact details for help/information

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

Closing Dates

  • Non-selection courses: 30 September 2020
  • Music: 31 August 2020 – Also apply for an audition before the closing date 
  • Graphic Design: 31 August 2020
  • Engineering: 30 September 2020
  • Urban and Regional planning: 30 September 2020
  • All other selection courses: 30 June 2020