Private institutions are accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). While they cannot legally call themselves “universities,” many are degree-granting and offer strong alternatives to public universities.

Theological Seminaries

  • Auckland Park Theological Seminary (ATS)
  • Open Christian University (OCU)
  • Baptist Theological College of Southern Africa
  • George Whitefield College
  • South African Theological Seminary (SATS)
  • St Augustine College of South Africa

Private Degree-Granting Institutions and Colleges

  • Eduvos
  • Varsity College
  • Boston City Campus and Business College
  • Damelin
  • Milpark Education
  • Regent Business School
  • Regenesys Business School
  • Inscape Education Group