Nelson Mandela University Fees 2027: Full Cost Guide

If you plan to study at Nelson Mandela University in 2027, understanding the full cost of study is essential. 

Fees include a non-refundable application charge for international applicants, a registration fee and compulsory initial payment before you can start registration, and tuition fees that depend on your programme. 

In addition, residence and other levies may apply.

Knowing these costs and methods of payment helps you prepare financially and avoid registration delays.

Nelson Mandela University Application Fee 2027 (Non-refundable)

For South African applicants, online applications are free and no application fee is charged when you submit your form through the official portal.

For international applicants, there is a non-refundable application fee of R500 that is payable annually. 

This fee is charged to cover administrative processing and must be paid for the application to be processed.

Applications can be submitted through the Nelson Mandela University Online Application Portal, where you will be guided through fee payment and documentation.

Nelson Mandela University Registration Fee 2027 (Initial Payment)

Before you can register for modules, Nelson Mandela University requires a down payment that must reflect on your student account. 

This payment serves as your initial payment toward tuition and other compulsory fees and must be made two working days before registration. 

The payment will be credited to your student account and registration will be blocked until it reflects.

The down payments required before registration for 2027 are:

1. Degree programmes, postgraduate diplomas, advanced diplomas and related studies (full-time): approximately R10 600
2. Degree programmes and related studies (part-time): approximately R6 200
3. Diploma / certificate programmes (full-time): approximately R7 500
4. Diploma / certificate programmes (part-time): approximately R5 200
5. Enrolment fee (all students): approximately R1 770
6. Medical degree first year (inclusive of levies): approximately R22 900
7. Residence fee advance payment (students at all campuses): approximately R8 600
8. International students: must pay 100 percent of fees upfront before registration

These down payments are credited to your total fees for the year once registration begins.

Nelson Mandela University Tuition Fee Structure per Faculty

Tuition fees at Nelson Mandela University are not the same for all programmes. 

They depend on the qualification, faculty, and modules you register for in your study programme. 

Fees are determined by the University Council and can change annually.

The university’s faculties include, but are not limited to:

1. Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences
2. Faculty of Education
3. Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology
4. Faculty of Health Sciences
5. Faculty of Humanities
6. Faculty of Law
7. Faculty of Science
8. Faculty of Arts

Nelson Mandela University calculates tuition based on your registered subjects and credits.

Exact tuition for your programme can be obtained when you receive your official fee quotation after your offer of study, or by contacting the Student Accounts Office for a breakdown per module and year of study.

International students must pay their full tuition and fees before registration can begin.

How to Pay Your Fees (Bank Details)

To pay your application, registration, and tuition fees, Nelson Mandela University provides official banking details. 

Always use your student number as the reference to ensure the funds are correctly allocated to your account. 

If you are sponsored or funded by NSFAS, ensure the proofs of payment or confirmation letters are submitted to the Student Accounts Office on time.

Official Bank Details for Fee Payments:

Local Payments (South African Students):

• Bank: Standard Bank
• Account Name: Nelson Mandela University – Main
• Account Number: 080265855
• Internet Banking Code: 050417
• Reference: Your student number

International Payments:

• Bank: Standard Bank, Rink Street, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
• Account Name: Nelson Mandela University – Main
• Internet Banking Code: 051001
• Account Number: 080263011
• SWIFT Code: SBZA ZA JJ
• Reference: Your student number

When making payment, email a copy of the deposit slip or proof of payment to intfees@mandela.ac.za if requested by the university.

Nelson Mandela University Fees for NSFAS Funded Students

If you qualify for funding from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), NSFAS can pay your tuition and on-campus accommodation fees directly to Nelson Mandela University once your funding is approved and confirmed before registration begins. 

This means you may not need to make the down payment yourself if NSFAS approval is finalised in time.

NSFAS covers tuition, accommodation (on campus or accredited off-campus where included), and monthly living allowances where applicable. 

It does not cover costs such as lost library books, interest on overdue fees, or optional extras outside the approved student budget.