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NWU Online Application 2025 Guide

North-West University (NWU) 2025 Online Application Guide

Applying to North-West University (NWU) for the 2025 academic year? NWU offers a straightforward 5-step application process to help you secure a spot in your desired programme. This guide provides everything you need to know, from creating your application profile to submitting the final form.

What You Need Before Applying

Before you start your NWU online application, make sure you have the following ready:

  • Unique and Active Email Address: You’ll use this email to create your profile, and it serves as your username for logging in. NWU will send a temporary password to this address, so ensure it’s one you regularly check.
  • Contact Details: Avoid changing your email and phone number throughout the application year, as NWU will use these for important updates.
  • Study Options: You can select up to two study choices based on your interests. Each study option is tied to a specific NWU campus, so double-check the campus associated with each programme.

Ready to begin? Start your application here.

NWU’s 5-Step Application Process

Step 1: Create Your Application Profile

  • Register using your email address, and NWU will send a temporary password. Use this to log in, and remember to update your password after the first login.

Step 2: Log In

  • Access your profile using your email address and updated password. Keep this login info safe, as you’ll use it to manage your application throughout the process.

Step 3: Select Your Programme

  • Choose up to two study options. For programme specifics, including qualifications, delivery methods, and curriculum details, review NWU’s yearbooks at NWU Yearbooks. Be sure to select the correct campus for each study choice, as options are campus-specific.

Step 4: Complete Your Application Details

  • Fill out your personal and academic details as they appear on your identity document. Your application profile links to your identity number, so ensure all details are accurate.

Step 5: Submit Your Application

  • On the final screen, read and accept the declaration. Once everything is complete, press the Submit Application button to send your form to NWU.

Admission Requirements and Programme Selection

NWU’s admission requirements may vary by faculty, especially for programmes with selection criteria. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as some fields of study have limited spaces and high competition.

  1. Grade 11 Results: NWU evaluates applications based on final Grade 11 results and will confirm admission with your Grade 12 final results.
  2. Yearbook Consultation: For detailed information on each qualification, consult the NWU yearbook to understand specific programme requirements, admission standards, and selection criteria.

NWU reserves the right to adjust admission criteria based on capacity, so check the yearbook frequently to stay informed. Download the yearbook here.

For more guidance on your specific programme, you can also contact the NWU marketer assigned to your school.


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