The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has urged students not to believe misinformation claiming that late applications are open at the institution.

A post circulating on social media lists various universities said to be accepting late applications. To warn students who might waste money submitting late applications, UMP released a statement clarifying the situation.

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“UMP would like to warn all prospective students that the post is a misrepresentation of the university’s position. Applications closed on November 30.

“The university does not use WhatsApp as a channel of communication with students. For accurate communication, we request that prospective students visit the official UMP website.”

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The institution’s spokesperson, Tlangelani Ubisi, said returning students who do not have outstanding modules and are financially cleared can register from January 2 to February 6.

First-year students can register online from January 2 to 30, or in person on campus from January 26 to 30. The university began communicating the outcomes of first-year undergraduate applications on Tuesday, January 13.
Applicants are advised to check their results on the student portal; there is no need to visit campuses once matric results are received.