Nelson Mandela University Fees 2026/2027 | Tuition & Programmes Fee Structure
The Nelson Mandela University Fees 2026 structure is approved to be paid by each Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Certificate, Diploma, Short Course, and Distance Education programme student.
Nelson Mandela University Fees Structure 2026.
The official Nelson Mandela University fees 2026 breakdown, tuition fees booklet, bursaries, loans structure, registration fees, examination fees, residential fees, class fees, fees statement, quotation fees, finance booklet, students’ fees, payment procedures, funding, banking details and other fees charged for the 2026 academic year.
The following policies and procedures apply to all students who officially register for programmes at the Nelson Mandela University.
The Institute reserves the right to change fees without prior notice. However, fee changes are subject to approval by the Governing Council and we will update it ASAP.
Nelson Mandela University fees booklet covers tuition fees, course material fees, residential fees, accommodation fees, textbooks, banking details, fee quotations, accommodation fees, fee summary, fees statement, examination fees, and other fees charge for 2026.
Cost of a qualification
The cost of a qualification usually depends on your choice of modules that make up the qualification. You can create a personal fee estimate by selecting your qualification on this page, viewing the Qualification Details page and selecting the Create Personal Fee Estimation button.
Financial assistance
Before registering as a student, you need to determine whether or not you will have sufficient funds to finance your studies. In addition to the actual course/module fees, you should also provide for books, equipment, transport, accommodation and general living expenses.
Nelson Mandela University offers financial assistance to full-time students in the form of bursaries, merit awards, scholarships and study loans (see downloadable documents below). Assistance is based on financial need as well as academic excellence and sporting achievements. These awards will not necessarily cover all costs, and cannot be granted to all candidates who apply. Nelson Mandela University also provides financial assistance in collaboration with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) for financially needy students. More detailed information can be obtained from: https://finaid.mandela.ac.za/
Please note that fees and conditions are determined by the Nelson Mandela University Council and are subject to change without prior notice.
2026 down-payments
| PROGRAMME |
FULL TIME |
PART TIME |
| Degree programmes, postgraduate diplomas and related occasional studies (BTech / Adv Dip / Masters / Doctorates) |
R 10 700 |
R 6 300 |
| Diploma / certificate programmes and related occasional studies |
R 7 500 |
R 5 200 |
| Enrollment fee |
R 1 690 |
R 1 690 |
| Medical degree (inclusive of device and non-tuition fee levies): First year | R 23 000 | N/A |
| Residences (students at all campuses) |
R 8 600 |
N/A |
| International students |
100% upfront |
100% upfront |
APPLICATION FEES PAYABLE
| 2025 | Online applications |
No charge |
| International – all applications – payable annually |
R500.00 |
|
| 2026 | Online applications |
No charge |
| International – all applications – payable annually |
R500.00 |
For specific residence fees, please download the Student Accounts Guide.
For full fee information, you can contact the Financial Aid Department of Nelson Mandela University.
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