Stellenbosch University Fees

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Stellenbosch University Fees

Stellenbosch University Fees

As of the 2025-2026 academic year, Stellenbosch University’s tuition and fees for undergraduate programs vary depending on the program of study and whether the student is a South African citizen, a citizen of a country in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), or an international student.

Stellenbosch University Fees encompass the expenses associated with attending this renowned higher education institution in South Africa. These charges cover various aspects essential for students’ education and support services. The fees consist of:

  • Tuition Fees:
  • Registration Fees:
  • Accommodation Fees:
  • International Student Fees:
  •  Miscellaneous Fees:

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Stellenbosch University Fees

Below is a comprehensive list of fees assigned to students enrolled at Stellenbosch University for the academic year;

  • BA: R 55,036
  • BSc in Conservation Ecology: R 61,650
  • BA in Development and Environment: R 57,469
  • LLB (four-year): R 55,841
  • BA in Sports Science: R 55,432
  • BDiv (Bachelor of Divinity): R 63,164
  • B in Social Work: R 54,346
  • BTh (Bachelor of Theology): R 56,171
  • BA in Law: R 60,536
  • BCom: R 57,006
  • BA in Visual Arts: R 53,620
  • BCom (Actuarial Sciences): R 77,150
  • BA in Drama and Theatre Studies: R 52,910
  • BCom (Law): R 68,554
  • B of Music (BMus): R 57,815
  • BCom (Industrial Psychology): R 61,549
  • BSc: R 66,358
  • BCom (Mathematical Sciences): R 61,056
  • BSc in Earth Sciences: R 71,496
  • BAcc: R 61,105
  • BSc in Human Life Sciences: R 66,335
  • BAccLLB: R 76,716
  • BEd (Foundation Phase Education): R 55,467
  • BEd (Intermediate Phase Education): R 57,725
  • MB, ChB I – MB, ChB VI (amount per year): R 87,946
  • BScAgric: R 59,761
  • BScAgric in Grape and Wine Sciences: R 63,441
  • BSc in Food Science: R 62,954
  • BSc in Forestry and Wood Sciences: R 60,785
  • B in Data Science: R 59,709
  • B of Occupational Therapy: R 66,254
  • BSc in Physiotherapy: R 68,371
  • BSc in Dietetics: R 65,844
  • B of Speech-Language and Hearing Therapy: R 67,848
  • Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery: R 68,681

International Students Fee

SADC [incl Namibia, Rwanda] (1st year of registration only)

Bachelors:
Minimum Compulsory

  • Initial Fee: R60,000
  • 
ITF: R0
  • 
Total Payable Before Registration: R60,000

Undergraduate & Postgraduate: Certificates, Diplomas & Honours

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R45,000
  • ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R45,000

Masters:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R30,000
  • ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R30,000

Doctoral:

  • 
Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R25,000
  • 
ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R25,000

(2nd and continuing years of registration)

Bachelors:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R45,000
  • ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R45,000

Undergraduate & Postgraduate: Certificates, Diplomas & Honours

  • 
Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R33,750
  • 
ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R33,750

Masters:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R22,500
  • 
ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R22,500

Doctoral:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R18,750
  • ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R18,750

CATEGORY: Africa [Beyond SADC]
(All years of registration)

Bachelors:

  • 
Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R60,000
  • 
ITF: R34,375
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R94,375

Undergraduate: Certificates & Diplomas

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R45,000
  • ITF: R34,375
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R79,375

Postgraduate: Certificates & Diplomas

  • 
Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R45,000
  • 
ITF: R34,375
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R79,375

Honours:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R45,000
  • ITF: R34,375
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R79,375

Masters:

  • 
Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R30,000
  • ITF: R0
  • 
Total Payable Before Registration: R30,000

Doctoral:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R25,000
  • 
ITF: R0
  • 
Total Payable Before Registration: R25,000

Rest of the World [Outside of Africa] (All years of registration)

Bachelors:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R100,000
  • 
ITF: R68,750
  • 
Total Payable Before Registration: R168,750

Undergraduate: Certificates & Diplomas

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R85,000
  • 
ITF: R68,750
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R153,750

Postgraduate: Certificates & Diplomas

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R45,000
  • 
ITF: R68,750
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R113,750

Honours:

  • Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R45,000
  • 
ITF: R68,750
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R113,750

Masters:

  • 
Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R30,000
  • ITF: R34,375
  • 
Total Payable Before Registration: R64,375

Doctoral:

  • 
Minimum Compulsory Initial Fee: R25,000
  • 
ITF: R0
  • Total Payable Before Registration: R25,000

NOTE:

  • International degree-seeking students must make a minimum compulsory initial payment towards tuition fees, the International Registration Fee (IRF), and the Academic Service Fee before or at the time of registration.
  • The International Tuition Fee (ITF), where applicable, must be paid in full before registration.
  • A minimum compulsory initial payment is also required for residence fees and meal quota, where applicable.
  • The total amount payable before registration does not cover the full cost.
  • The final payment is due by 31 May for first-semester enrollments and 30 September for second-semester enrollments.

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Stellenbosch University Admission Requirements

Basic admission requirements for university study:

  • A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Independent Examinations Board (IEB) school-leaving certificate as certified by Umalusi with admission to bachelor’s degree studies.
  • A university exemption certificate issued by the South African Matriculation Board to students with other school qualifications.
  • The minimum academic requirement for a bachelor’s degree is:
  • 30% for a South African Language of Learning and Teaching (English or Afrikaans) and
  • An achievement rating of 4 (50% – 59%) in four 20-credit subjects
  • Only School of Tomorrow applicants have to write the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) if applying for a programme in AgriSciences.

Faculty requirements for programmes leading to a qualification in Viticulture and/or Oenology:

  • An average of at least 60% in the NSC, IEB or relevant final school examination.

The average is calculated by taking your highest score in the Language of Learning and Teaching subject (English or Afrikaans) + (5 x best results in 20-credit subjects excluding Life orientation and Mathematics 3). The total divided by 6 equals your NSC average.

  • Afrikaans or English (Home Language or First Additional Language) 4 (50%)
  • Mathematics 5 (60%)
  • Physical Sciences (Physics and Chemistry) 4 (50%) 

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How to Apply to Stellenbosch University

  1. Explore your options. For more information on the courses SU offers, click here.
  • Take note of the closing dates for applications.
  • Select your programme.
  • Start your application.
  • Make sure you upload all your required documents.
    1. Final grade 11/12 results (if applicable, academic transcript)
    2. Signed contract
    3. Proof of application fee payment (R100)
    4. Non-SA citizens need to provide proof of permanent residence
    5. Students with disabilities need to provide a student support form found here
    6. Some faculties require additional specific documents
  • Write the National Benchmark Test

Monitor your application status here

  1. Apply for financial support

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Stellenbosch University Campuses

The University of Stellenbosch has 5 main campuses:

  • Main Campus found in Stellenbosch
  • Medicine and Health Sciences Campus found in Tygerberg
  • Military Sciences Campus based in Saldanha
  • Economic and Management Sciences Campus  located in Bellville Park
  • Ukwanda Rural Clinic School found in Worcester

Stellenbosch University has ten faculties:

  • AgriSciences
  • Economic and Management Sciences
  • Medicine and Health Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Military Sciences
  • Arts and Social Sciences
  • Science
  • Education
  • Law
  • Theology.

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Stellenbosch University Location And Contact Details

Telephone: +27 21 808 9111
Fax: +27 21 808 3822
E-mail: info@sun.ac.za

​Private Bag X1
Matieland, 7602
South Africa​

GPS coordinates:
Administration B Building, Victoria Street, Stellenbosch ​​

18° 51′ 47.536″ East
33° 56′ 1.327″ South​​

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