Application fees

All prospective International students are required to pay a non-refundable application fee which covers administrative costs. SA Citizens are not required to pay an application fee.

Enrolment fees

Enrolment fees are debited to a student’s account and are payable annually.

Down-payments

The down-payment is the first advance payment towards tuition fees. The amount will be credited towards your student fees account.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees are calculated according to the number of modules elected or the study programme the applicant has applied for. These fees vary. A detailed account can only be provided once an applicant has registered at Nelson Mandela University for a particular programme.

Residence fees

Students who have been accepted into one of Nelson Mandela University’s residences will be required to pay a down-payment payable before registration, a residence breakage deposit as well as payment towards meals provided by the university. More information on fees, and the Student Accounts Guide, can be found under Financial Information.

Residence breakage deposits

All students that register for accommodation at any Nelson Mandela University residences will be liable for a deposit which is debited on the student account. 

Residence registration fees

Students staying in any of the Nelson Mandela University residences are liable for a residence registration fee.