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Spanning across the coastal landscape of Gqeberha and the lush forests of George, Nelson Mandela University holds a distinctive position as the only comprehensive university globally to carry the iconic statesman's name.
Applications Opened: 13 April 2026<br /> <br /> Medical & Selective Health Sciences Closing Date: 30 June 2026 (Applies strictly to MBChB, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Radiography)<br /> <br /> Standard Early Applications Close: 3 August 2026 (For all other general undergraduate degrees, diplomas, and postgraduate research programs)<br /> <br /> Late Applications Cut-off: 30 September 2026 (Considered solely on leftover program capacity and strict academic merit)<br /> <br /> Student Accommodation Applications Close: 30 September 2026 (Applies to both on-campus and university-accredited off-campus residences)
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