University of Witwatersrand Student Prospectus Fees

Fees and other Expenses

In 2022 the average tuition fee for full-time study towards the MUS ranged from R 75 170 – R 75 730.

All self-funded applicants are required to make a first fee payment towards fees BEFORE registration. This is a standard amount of R9 340 that is applicable to all students (excluding international students). Applicants will not be able to register if this amount is not paid.

Proof of payment of R200 application fee (see payment instructions below). Note that currently enrolled Wits students are exempt from paying the application fee.

While the total cost of the degree varies from student to student, for most students, the total cost of the degree ranges between $20,000 and $25,000. Our Net Price Calculator can help you estimate costs.

Tuition and fees are billed through the Bursar’s Office.

Tuition

WITS tuition is $375 per credit.

Fees

Application Fee (for degree-seeking students, non-refundable): $150
Program Fee (ISAP students only): Ranging from $1600-$1900. Please visit our ISAP Page for more details.
- includes a $500 tuition credit applied to the first fall or spring semester of enrollment at the WITS campus in Baltimore
Registration Fee: $100 per semester
Technology Fee: $50 per semester
Lab/Materials Fee (when applicable): $85 per course
- all courses with prefix ART, CIS, CSD, and lab sciences
Mekoros Book/Manual Fee (when applicable): $35 – $65

Additional Fees (when applicable)

Late Registration Fee: $25
Late Drop Fee: $50
Transcript Fees:
- $12 Gratz
- $10 WITS
Gratz Graduation Fee (one-time only): $125

Please Note:

Tuition/fees are subject to change.

Courses may require purchase of textbooks and other supplies.
The total cost of the degree varies from student to student. For most students, the estimated total cost of tuition and fees over the course of the degree ranges between $19,000 and $23,000.This does not include ISAP tuition or other study abroad expenses.

R9 340