North-West University NWU Registration Fees 2025-2026
North-West University (NWU) – Comprehensive Summary of Additional Student Fees
Applicable Campuses: Mahikeng (MC), Potchefstroom (PC), and Vanderbijlpark (VC)
1. Application & Admission Fees
- New RSA Students (undergraduate & postgraduate): No Charge
- New International Students: ZAR 575
- B-Status Application Fee: ZAR 425
- Special Admission Examination: ZAR 460
2. Registration Fees
- Standard Registration: ZAR 2,220
- Late Registration Penalty (excl. Masters and PhD Students): ZAR 540
- MBA Annual Enrollment at NWU Business School: ZAR 10,000
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management: ZAR 2,290 (Full- and Part-time)
- LLM & MPhil Master’s Programme Admission (One-Time): ZAR 2,200
3. Student Academic Lifecycle Admin (SALA) Fees
- Exemption Application for External Modules: ZAR 230
- Non-registered Students’ Academic Results Reissue: ZAR 55
- Academic Record from Archives: ZAR 135 (plus ZAR 145 with Syllabi)
- Matriculation Board Exemption Certificate:
- New Application: ZAR 700
- Duplicate/Amendment: ZAR 350
- Late Module Changes: ZAR 175 per transaction
4. Examination & Assessment Fees
- Off-Campus Exam Levy per Paper: ZAR 240
- Distance Exam Levy (International excl. Namibia): ZAR 870 per module
- Secondary Exam Attempt: ZAR 270 per module
- Final Assessment Opportunity (Academic Rule): ZAR 270 per module
- Exam Paper Remarking Request: ZAR 170
5. Graduation Ceremony Fees
- Degree/Diploma Conferral in Absentia: ZAR 300
- Doctoral Certificate Reissue: ZAR 375
- Other Degree/Diploma Certificate Reissue: ZAR 355
6. Students’ Academic Chapters
- Standard Membership: ZAR 70
- School of Pharmacy Exclusive: ZAR 90
7. Student Account Services
- RealPay Debit Order Admin (first 6): ZAR 180
- RealPay Debit Order (7th onward): ZAR 30
- Failed Debit Order Charge: ZAR 50
- Duplicate Account or Receipt: ZAR 15
- Credit Refund Request: ZAR 15
8. Courier Services
- Local Delivery: Actual Cost (Minimum ZAR 160)
9. Protection Services
- University Card Replacement: ZAR 80
- Parking Disc Issuance: ZAR 30
- Parking Reservation (per 10 spots): ZAR 30
- Key and Accessory Fees: Varies by type
10. Statistical Consultation Services (SCS)
- Consultation and Support: ZAR 250 – ZAR 340 per hour
- Data Handling Services: Prices vary by service
11. Conservatory Fees
- Registration for Semesters: ZAR 900
- Tuition Fees: Range from ZAR 4,655 to ZAR 9,310 (based on duration)
- Practice Fees for Music Instruments & Voice: Varies
12. Campus Health Care Centre (Clinic)
- Students: ZAR 10
- Staff/Visitors: ZAR 50
13. School of Psychosocial Health & Selection Fees
- Master’s in Psychology: ZAR 420
- Social Work Departmental Selection: ZAR 250
- Therapy Sessions at IPW: ZAR 150 per session
- SACSSP Registration (2nd Year Social Work): ZAR 225
14. Library Services
- Administration Fee for Lost Books: ZAR 150
15. Co-Curricular Programme
- Fees as determined by the relevant program and Campus Director.
16. Residence Fees – Recess Periods
- Daily rates for extended stays will be charged proportionally based on the annual residence fee divided by the number of academic days.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please refer to NWU’s official communications or contact the respective campus offices directly.
This revision aims to offer a clear, concise, and easy-to-navigate overview of the various fees that NWU students may encounter, tailored to the specific campus.
