Application Procedure
Application Procedure
Have you considered applying to Njala University in Sierra Leone, one of the best popular academic study destinations in Sierra Leone?
If the answer is yes, we have created an easy to use and extensive guide with key information that will help you successfully get through the application process for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Overview
ONLINE APPLICATION FOR THE 2026/2027 ACADEMIC YEAR
Njala University is pleased to inform the applicants, parents, guardians, and the general public that online application is now open for admissions into various undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma and certificate programmes of study for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Important: Applicants are advised to visit the University's website https://njala.edu.sl and carefully read all relevant information and guidelines for prospective applicants before applying.
Degree Programs
Prepare to Apply
- Make sure you choose the right degree. Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Diploma and Certificate programmes are very specialised, answering diverse student interests.
Click on the link below to download both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with campuses, schools and departments.
Take into consideration course tuition fees:
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Check the university entry requirements:
Where to Apply
All applications for Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes are submitted using the Njala University application website at https://misnjala.edu.sl/apply. The university will only accept your application through the Njala University Application system.
Follow these easy steps to apply through the Njala University Application System:
Guidelines on How to Apply
All applicants must create an account with a valid email address and password. You will receive a verification link at the email address you provided. Click the link in the email sent by Njala University to verify your account. If you do not see the verification link in your inbox, check your spam box.
Step 1: Create and Verify your Account
Visit the university online Admissions portal at: https://misnjala.edu.sl/apply to sign up and verify your account.
For New Applicants:
- Visit https://misnjala.edu.sl/apply and click on the "Online Application" button
- Choose "Create Account" and use a valid email address
- Check your inbox or spam folder for a verification link
- Click "Verify My Email Address" and set your password
- Login and proceed with your application — you will receive an email with your registration number and an invoiced application fee
For Existing Users:
- Click on the "Login" button
- Enter your Email and password to access your account
- Continue your application or check your application status
After verifying your account, proceed with the payment of the application processing fee.
Step 2: Pay your Application Processing Fee
All applicants MUST pay their application processing fee at any of the branches of the Sierra Leone Commercial Bank or via Mobile Money (Afrimoney and WANGOV).
Undergraduate Application FeeNLE 500
Postgraduate Application FeeNLE 600
Payment Options:
Bank Payment
Pay at any Sierra Leone Commercial Bank branch nationwide
Afrimoney
Pay via Afrimoney mobile money
*161*2*4*1#
WANGOV
Pay through the WANGOV digital payment platform
Payment Process:
- Applicant creates an account at the Njala University MIS portal
- Applicant receives an email with the registration number and invoiced application fee
- Applicant pays the application fee via Bank, Afrimoney or WANGOV
- The payment is forwarded to the Njala University MIS portal
- Applicant continues the application process
Payment for Normal Fees:
- Finance officer at Njala University generates an invoice to students
- Student enters his/her registration number at the Bank, on Afrimoney USSD (*161*2*4*1#) or on WANGOV
- Student gets a list of invoices on his/her registration number
- Student chooses an invoice to pay
- Pay for the invoice
- The payment is forwarded to the Njala MIS
NB: Make sure you have an Admissions Portal account set up before making payment for application processing. Visit https://misnjala.edu.sl/apply to create an account if you don't have one.
Application Deadline
The DEADLINE for submission of applications is 13th November 2026
Undergraduate Students
You must start with knowing the Admission Requirements, which identify documents you need for the fulfilment of the requirements.
Additional information is provided including the step-by-step instructions to help you get through. You must obtain all the documents needed as preparation to start your online application processing:
Required Documents
Please ensure that you have electronic (scanned/PDF/JPEG) versions of the following documents before starting the application inputting process:
- Birth Certificate or Sworn Declaration of age
- Certificate(s) of WASSCE or GCE O' Level
- School leaving Testimonial
- One passport size photo of yourself
- Payment slip saved in pen drive for uploading
Note: All files should be in kilobytes not in megabytes.
You can save your application and return to it as many times as you like before submitting the final version.
Postgraduate Students
- Future Master's and PhD students can apply directly to the Njala University Application website. PhD and MPhil degrees allow you to send your application throughout the year, but Master's courses have specific deadlines. It is best to contact the university to find out specific details about the graduate application process.
- Apply via the application portal. You can fill in all your details online and scan and upload any required documents such as a copy of your passport photo, transcript, birth certificates, research proposal, and previous Bachelor's degree certificates or Master's degree Certificates in the case of a PhD programme.
- For PhD programmes, applicants are usually expected to also choose a suitable supervisor.
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