University of the Witwatersrand Wits Study Cost Categorized in to International Students Fees and Local South African Students Fees For Undergraduate Means Certificates,Diploma and Degree also Post graduates Fees for Masters and PHD this cost vary into Tuition Fees,Accommodation Fees ,Application fees this page contain Full Guide not only to fees structures but also n How to pay fees or means of payments and Bank Details.
Student Fees
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- Tuition fees are payable for each course for which a student is registered.
- Charges ancillary to tuition fees, such as charges for course notes or for excursion costs are not included in the amounts listed. Club membership fees are also not listed. These additional amounts will be reflected on the student’s fee account.
- Other Costs: Students also need to budget for books, stationery and travel costs, as well as pocket money and sundry expenses.
Fees Booklet
Residence fees which form part of the University fees book are also available separately on the Campus Housing and Residence Life website.
Wits Fees Methods of payment & Bank Account
- 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/
Download: How to Pay
Failure to pay fees
The University is not a profit-making institution and views the non-payment of fees in a serious light.
In terms of the University’s fiduciary duties, it is responsible for the collection of all monies owed to it. If fees are not paid, the University may take the following steps:
- A student may be required to leave the residence if his/her University accommodation fees are not paid.
- A student will not be allowed to re-register in any faculty until all fees and other monies due to the University, have been paid.
- A final-year student will not be permitted to graduate.
- A student’s access to the University or libraries may be denied if s/he does not settle his/her fees or make suitable arrangements with the Fees Office to settle fees.
Any fees not paid will lead to the matter being handed over to the university’s debt collectors for collection.
Interest charges
Self-funded
Student Fees Finance Interest at the rate of prime plus one percent (+1%) will be levied monthly on all outstanding balances as at the last day of each month commencing on 01 May of the academic year.
Sponsored
Interest at the rate of prime plus one percent (+1%) will be levied monthly on all outstanding balances as at the last day of each month commencing on 01 July of the academic year.
Interest-free payment plan
- A student who is not able to pay the full amount by the due date may enter into a payment plan agreement by signing an Acknowledgment of Debt (AOD) with the Fees office allowing them to pay off their fees over the remainder of the year.
- Students who meet the obligations of the payment plan are not charged interest.
- The interest free payment arrangement would be applicable to the following students only: A student who has a total household income below the Household Income Cap.
- Students need to apply for the AOD before the payment due date for interest not to be charged.
- The following documents are required for the evaluation for eligibility and approval of the AOD:
- Proof of household income,
- Consent of Income verification and
- Motivation for assistance is required.
- All AOD’s need to be signed before 30 April, for outstanding fees.
- Second semester students will have until 31 August to sign their AOD
Most major banking institutions offer student loans at attractive interest rates. Interest rates may decrease for consecutive years of study. Normally bank loans cover the duration of study and are repaid once you start working or once you have graduated.
Some banks offer a grace period to students who are completing internships, articles or community service. In most instances, you are required to repay the interest while still studying.
Sometimes surety/security is required, which means that a relative, friend or sponsor must guarantee to repay the loan if you fail to do so.
Loan Providers
Do you need help?
Contact us on Tel: 27 (11) 717 1888 or Fax: 27 (11) 717 4918
or Email: FeesOffice.Finance@wits.ac.za
