Klerksdorp Record, Potchefstroom - The NW University (NWU) is full and no late applications or walk-ins can be accepted.
The university has experienced an unprecedented volume of enquiries and requests regarding late applications for the 2026 academic year since the release of the Grade 12 results.
“Many of these enquiries originate from Mahikeng and surrounding communities. We received more than 420 000 applications for the 2026 academic year, while there are only 11 800 spaces available for first-year students across our campuses. As a result, late applications cannot be accommodated under any circumstances. We will also not allow any walk-in enquiries for applications,” said Prof Mzubanzi Bismark Tyobeka, Principal and Vice-Chancellor.
He noted that nobody has to pay to apply to study at the university and students are admitted regardless of their origin (village/township/town/region), race, religion, or gender. “We have noted allegations circulating among some interest groups/structures suggesting that preference is being given to applicants from outside the province. These allegations are categorically false, mischievous and divisive. NW students remain a great source of students across the NWU’s three campuses, and in Mahikeng, in particular, students from the province remain in the majority.”
The NWU has adopted a zero-tolerance approach to the harassment, intimidation, or threatening of staff members who are executing their duties with professionalism, commitment, and integrity. Members of the public are urged to refrain from accessing offices and making demands or confronting staff about the applications. Such actions are unacceptable and will not be tolerated.
The majority of final offers have already been issued. Applicants who remain uncertain about their admission status are strongly encouraged to verify their application status online.
