University of Pretoria (Rankings, Fees & Courses Details)

The University of Pretoria (UP) is one of Africa’s top universities and the largest contact university in South Africa. They have support in place for our students to graduate on time as well-rounded, responsible citizens fully prepared for the world beyond university.

The University of Pretoria

The University of Pretoria (UP), a multi-faculty institution with a strong focus on research, is among the best in South Africa for both research output and impact and is the country’s top producer of graduates each year.

With campuses in Pretoria, the surrounding area, and Johannesburg, the nation’s financial center, UP is ideally positioned close to important research organizations, foreign embassies, and government institutions.

Tuition Fee and Scholarships

Scholarships

The price of the program is one of the first factors everyone takes into account when pursuing a master’s degree. Even while costs should be taken into account, you should constantly be aware of your options when it comes to financing your degree.

To learn more about international scholarships and how to apply for them, download a copy of the Scholarship Guide.

Online Application

The Online Application System is intended for use by new prospective students submitting an application to UP for the first time. It is not intended for students presently registered at the University of Pretoria.

To use the Online Application System you will need the following:

• Internet access
• an email address that you can access regularly because as soon as you submit your online application, a student number (EMPLID) will be sent to this email address as confirmation of receipt.

General Application Information

• UP applications open on 1 April of the year preceding the year of study.
• Each prospective student must complete only one online application. On the online application, the University of Pretoria offers a first and second choice in terms of what you wish to study. All applicants should fill in both a first and second choice on the online application.
• Once your online application has been processed, you will receive a student number(EMPLID).
• Receiving a student number (EMPLID) does NOT imply that you have been accepted by the University of Pretoria yet. Admission is a separate process that your application undergoes after being evaluated by the relevant faculty.
• It is in your best interest to complete your own online application. The University of Pretoria does not make use of representatives, agents or agencies during the application process. If you choose to make use of representatives, agents or agencies, you do so at your own risk. It is of utmost importance that you provide your personal email and postal addresses to enable the University of Pretoria to communicate with you directly.
• For the application for Distance Education admission (Faculty of Education) please visit the “Distance Education ” web page before you apply. Different rules are applicable.
• It is important to note that should you wish to study the selection programs BSc(Arch)(Architecture) or BSc(Int)(Interior Architecture), you must indicate them as your first choice on your application, or you will not be considered for these programs. It is also recommended to indicate the other selection programs as your first choice on the online application.

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Fees and Funding

Fees must be paid once you have been accepted into the program of your choosing.

There are average annual expenses for each program, although there may be variations in some programs depending on the price of the specific modules you select.

Fees refer to the entire cost of tuition but keep in mind that you still need to factor in additional expenses for books, necessary photocopying and printing, transportation, food, and lodging. To assist in paying your fees, you can apply for support.

Loans, scholarships, and bursaries are the three main types of funding. Through the NSFAS, there are alternatives for receiving financial aid in the form of a non-repayable bursary.

Bursaries are another option, and they are typically awarded based on academic merit.

Application Status

Click here for a step-by-step guide on how to set up your My UP Login (UP Portal) password.

• You did not receive a confirmation letter.
• Your status indicates “awaiting results” despite the fact that you have already submitted your results as requested on your application form.
• You want to change your study program.

Important:

• Always state your name, surname, student number, ID number, and contact number in your email and give an outline of your inquiry.
• Check the correctness of your personal information as well as the status of your application on the MyUP Login(UP Portal) regularly.

Application Fee

Application Fee Waived:

• Application fees are waived for students who apply for studies at the University of Pretoria if their household income is lower than or equal to R150 000 per annum.
• Online applicants must upload proof of income in STEP 12 of the online application process. This will serve as proof of payment, to allow you to verify and apply your form. These documents will be verified.

Application Fee: When you submit your study application, you will need to pay an application fee of R300 (30 US Dollars) for 2024.

• Please note that the application fee is non-refundable.

• If your household income is more than R150 000 per annum, please make use of the following payment options:
  • Online credit card payment as part of this application submission, i.e. by paying with a valid credit card with sufficient funds and by entering the correct details.
  • Note that the online application system can only process payments that reference valid credit card (Master, Visa, American Express or Diners Club) information, with sufficient funds.