The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg, South Africa, has a fee structure that depends on the program of study. Below is the breakdown:
- Tuition Fees: Tuition fees are payable for each course for which a student is registered2. The exact amount depends on the specific program and course.
- Additional Costs: Students also need to budget for books, stationery, travel costs, as well as pocket money and sundry expenses. These additional amounts will be reflected on the student’s fee account.
- Residence Fees: If you plan to live on campus, you’ll also need to consider residence fees. These are available on the Campus Housing and Residence Life website.
Please note that charges ancillary to tuition fees, such as charges for course notes or excursion costs are not included in the amounts listed. Club membership fees are also not listed.
Click here to download the 2024 Fees Schedule
Methods of payment
- Payment should be made in full before the due date(s).
- Student number is to be used as a reference when making payment for student fees.
- Payments are to be made into the designated University bank account for student fees as communicated by the Student Fees Office.
- Payment may be made at the Cashier’s Office, Ground Floor, Solomon Mahlangu House (hours are 08:00 to 15:30).
- Payments may be made online through the University’s designated student self-service portal.
Bank Account Details:
Bank: First National Bank
Account Number: 622 7055 1015
Branch Code: 210 554
Branch: Braamfontein
SWIFT Code: FIRNZAJJ (International students only)
Reference: Student number (ONLY) Please do not use another reference
- The payments made directly in the respective banks will reflect the same day on the student account.
- Payments made from other banks will reflect within 2 working days on the student fee account.
- Credit and debit card payments with a CVV number can be made through the self-service portal using Master/Visa cards only. For this option visit https://self-service.wits.ac.za/