The University of Pretoria requires students to meet specific financial obligations before completing their registration. If you are asking how much is the registration fee at University of Pretoria, the amount depends on your level of study and residency status.

Below is a clear breakdown of the 2025 registration requirements.

Registration Fee Requirements for 2025

Undergraduate Students

Postgraduate Students

  • Initial payment (registration fee only): R12 500

International Students

  • Non-SADC undergraduate students: R40 000 before registration.
  • Non-SADC postgraduate students: 50% of the total annual tuition fee before registration.

Note: The above does not apply to students from SADC countries, postdoctoral students, or those with asylum seeker, diplomatic, refugee, permanent resident, or work permit visa status.

Exemptions from Initial Payment

Students funded by NSFAS or an external sponsor are exempt from paying the first instalment at registration.

Additional Fees and Levies

  • Residence acceptance levy: R5 700 (included in the first instalment for new students).
  • Application for admission: R300.
  • Recognition of prior learning (per module): R165 – R660, depending on course length.
  • Examinations:
    • Postgraduate thesis/dissertation evaluation: R1 755
    • Special or remark examinations: R545
  • Late cancellation levy: R1 755 (if studies or residence are cancelled within the wash period).
  • International levy: R4 505

For detailed residence cancellation policies and full tuition structures, students should consult the official University of Pretoria fee schedules.

Payment Deadlines

  • 50% of the total account: Due by 30 April 2025
  • 100% of the total account: Due by 31 July 2025

Accounts are accessible through the UP Portal after registration. Students who settle 50% of their account by 30 April qualify for a 2.5% discount.

FAQ: How Much Is The Registration Fee At University Of Pretoria

1. How much is the registration fee for undergraduate students at University of Pretoria?
The initial payment for undergraduate students is R10 000.

2. How much is the registration fee for postgraduate students at University of Pretoria?
Postgraduate students must pay R12 500 at registration.

3. How much do international students pay for registration at University of Pretoria?
Non-SADC undergraduate students must pay R40 000, while non-SADC postgraduate students must pay 50% of their total annual tuition fee before registration.

4. Do NSFAS-funded students pay the registration fee at University of Pretoria?
No, NSFAS-funded students are exempt from paying the initial registration fee.

5. When are tuition fees due at University of Pretoria?
50% is due by 30 April and the full account must be settled by 31 July.

6. Is there a residence acceptance levy at University of Pretoria?
Yes, students must pay R5 700 to secure a place in residence.

7. Can I get a discount on my University of Pretoria fees?
Yes, students who pay 50% of their account by 30 April receive a 2.5% discount.