Fees and Funding

Study costs

Being accepted to study the tertiary programme of your choice is the start a life-changing educational journey. While this is exciting news for any student, the reality is that quality tuition comes at a financial cost.

Apart from tuition fees, students also need funds for academic textbooks, stationery supplies, printing, transport, food, and accommodation. The punctual payment of tuition fees and other accounts is critically important. This is a financial responsibility that students need to take seriously by staying up-to-date on their account status. If you or your family is concerned about these expenses, you can apply for funding, such as bursaries, scholarships, and loans. There are also financial aid options available through the NSFAS.

Fees

Here you can gain access to crucial information such as banking details, costs of study, payment dates, refunds, international student charges, meals, residences, quotes and more...

When to pay what

For the 2025 academic year, the first payment of tuition fees (initial fee) needed at registration for undergraduate students will be...

Payment information

The preferred payment method is credit card, but the University of Pretoria has other payment available for payees’ convenience...

Have questions about your account?

If you need any information about your student fees that are payable, how to pay your fees, or if you need financial assistance, visit the UP Student Portal. You will find the answers under the ‘Student centre’ section.

Financial Aid

We know your education is a priority to you. At the University of Pretoria, we want to guide students towards the right financial solution for them. Each individual and family face different circumstances – let us help you find the right funding and financial aid opportunities.

If you are a current student and want to be considered for tuition discounts, bursaries, or other forms of funding and financial aid, please register here.

Please register here Other funding opportunities

Please note that submitting an application does not guarantee financial aid.

NSFAS

The NSFAS is a South African government student financial aid scheme that provides financial aid to undergraduate students to help pay for the cost of their tertiary education after finishing high school.

ISFAP

The Ikusasa Student Financial Aid Programme (ISFAP) provides bursaries to students who come from underprivileged and working-class backgrounds.