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Nelson Mandela University

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world rank  1541

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Overview

Nelson Mandela University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. This institution also has a branch campus in George and Southern Cape. Established in 2005, Nelson Mandela University (NMU) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training. NMU provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 21-year-old South African higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 50-59%. This makes it an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. NMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Nelson Mandela University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Nelson Mandela University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Nelson Mandela University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Nelson Mandela University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym NMU
Founded 2005 Merger between University of Port Elizabeth (1964), Port Elizabeth Technikon and Vista University (1981)
Motto Change the World
Colours Navy blue and yellow
Mascot Diba the dolphin

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Location

Address PO Box 77000, Mandela University
Port Elizabeth
6031 Eastern Cape
South Africa
Nelson Mandela University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Nelson Mandela University Phone Number (41) 504 1111
Nelson Mandela University Fax Number (41) 583 3644
Other locations George and Southern Cape

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Nelson Mandela University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education and Training

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2005


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Nelson Mandela University's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of Nelson Mandela University you can also claim and update your entire university profile free of charge.



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Nelson Mandela University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Nelson Mandela University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Nelson Mandela University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Nelson Mandela University's academic range and degree level offering.



Nelson Mandela University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
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Programs and Courses

Nelson Mandela University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Nelson Mandela University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Nelson Mandela University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Nelson Mandela University.



Nelson Mandela University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Nelson Mandela University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Nelson Mandela University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Nelson Mandela University Admission Info


Nelson Mandela University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Nelson Mandela University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Nelson Mandela University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Nelson Mandela University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Nelson Mandela University's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Nelson Mandela University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Nelson Mandela University's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 77000, Mandela University
Summerstrand 6001
(827) 720 004


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Nelson Mandela University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Nelson Mandela University Size and Profile


Nelson Mandela University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Nelson Mandela UniversityThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Nelson Mandela University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Nelson Mandela University's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.


Nelson Mandela University's Control Type Control Type

Nelson Mandela University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Nelson Mandela University's Entity Type Entity Type

Nelson Mandela University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Nelson Mandela University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Nelson Mandela University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Nelson Mandela University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Nelson Mandela University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Nelson Mandela University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Nelson Mandela University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Nelson Mandela University Facilities


Nelson Mandela University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Nelson Mandela University's Library


Nelson Mandela University's Housing University Housing

Yes


Nelson Mandela University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Nelson Mandela University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Nelson Mandela University Services


Nelson Mandela University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Nelson Mandela University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Nelson Mandela University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Nelson Mandela University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Nelson Mandela University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Nelson Mandela University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Nelson Mandela University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Nelson Mandela University
  • Faculty of Humanities
  • Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences
  • Faculty of Education
  • Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology
  • Faculty of Health Sciences
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Science

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Memberships and Affiliations

Nelson Mandela University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Nelson Mandela University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Universities South Africa (USA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nelson Mandela University public or private?

Nelson Mandela University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Nelson Mandela University profit or non-profit?

Nelson Mandela University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Nelson Mandela University in terms of enrollment?

Nelson Mandela UniversityThis institution has a student enrollment ranging from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Nelson Mandela University in terms of academic staff?

Nelson Mandela University's academic staff ranges from 3,000 to 3,499 members.

Is Nelson Mandela University a coeducational institution?

Nelson Mandela University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Nelson Mandela University use?

Nelson Mandela University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Nelson Mandela University affiliated with?

None.

Does Nelson Mandela University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Nelson Mandela University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Nelson Mandela University's acceptance rate ranges from 50 to 59%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Nelson Mandela University NMU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro). International students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Nelson Mandela University NMU located?

Nelson Mandela University is located in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. Address: PO Box 77000, Mandela University.

Is Nelson Mandela University NMU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Nelson Mandela University is accredited by Department of Higher Education and Training (since 2005).

Does Nelson Mandela University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Nelson Mandela University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Nelson Mandela University have a university library?

Yes

Does Nelson Mandela University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Nelson Mandela University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Nelson Mandela University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Nelson Mandela University offer career services?

Yes

Does Nelson Mandela University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Nelson Mandela University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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