How much does university cost?
Now that matric results have been released, many matriculants will be preparing for or hoping to secure a place at university.
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Tuition costs vary depending on the university and faculty.
While the lowest possible tuition fees are recorded below, they range depending on how specialised courses are and the year of study.
First-year BSc studies at the University of Pretoria can go up to R44 740.
For out of town students, university accommodation can be more expensive than tuition costs. Residence fees vary depending on whether rooms are shared and how many meals are taken.
The infographic below includes these are just the basic costs, as most tuition costs do not include expenditure on books and handouts.
