UJ Fees 2027: Application and Registration Fee Guide

University of Johannesburg (UJ) has not published the official 2027 fee booklet or detailed fee schedule on its website. 

UJ is a large public university in South Africa with multiple campuses and a structured fee payment system that includes application requirements, registration deposits, tuition charges per module, payment procedures and NSFAS funding arrangements. 

Students should always verify official 2027 figures on the UJ Student Finance pages once they are released.

Application Fee 2027 (Non-refundable)

The University of Johannesburg does not charge an application fee. Its 2026 fee booklet lists the application fee as “None”. 

UJ’s own FAQ says that all UJ applications are free, and the university warns applicants about people or companies who charge a fee to “help” with a UJ application. 

Applying online through the UJ application portal is the route the university recommends.

If anyone asks you to pay to submit a UJ application, treat it as a warning sign and check directly with the university. 

Fees associated with application processing do not contribute toward your tuition or registration obligations once you are admitted.

Prospective students should check the official UJ application portal or updates on the UJ admissions website for the exact application fee status for 2027, as the university may adjust fee policies by year.

Registration Fee 2027 (Initial Payment)

At the University of Johannesburg, students must pay a registration deposit (also called the initial fee) before they can register for classes in the academic year. 

Based on the 2026 official UJ fee book, the initial payment required before registration for most self-funded students was as follows:

• Day students (non-residence) (minimum payment before or at registration): R5 950.00
• Residence students (with residence acceptance) (minimum payment before or at registration): R9 850.00

These amounts are part of the total tuition and related fees you will owe for the year. 

They are not separate extra fees but act as a minimum upfront deposit to allow access to registration.

In addition to the initial deposit, UJ collects a non-refundable registration levy and an ICT levy, which apply each year at registration. 

UJ’s 2026 fee booklet lists the registration fee at R650.00 and the ICT levy at R500.00 (R1 150.00 together), both non-refundable. Students moving into residence also see a 2026 residence deposit of R1 220.00 among the fees payable before registration.

Students who register late may also incur a late registration fee in addition to these charges.

UJ requires that all payments be cleared or reflected in your student account before you are permitted to complete your official registration.

Tuition Fee Structure per Faculty

The University of Johannesburg does not publish one flat tuition fee that applies to all programmes. 

Instead, tuition is charged on a per module or course basis. 

This means your total annual tuition depends on the number of modules you take and the faculty in which you are enrolled.

Tuition fees vary widely across faculties such as Commerce, Engineering and the Built Environment, Health Sciences, Humanities, Science and Education. 

Each faculty’s specific fees are published in the UJ Fees Booklet and the student portal. 

Until the official 2027 fee booklet is released, the 2026 amounts should be used as a guide.

• Undergraduate programmes: Tuition is charged per module, and the cost per module can differ depending on the level and faculty. Students must settle fees for all modules they intend to register for.
• Postgraduate programmes: Similar to undergraduate study, postgraduate tuition is charged per module or research credit, depending on the qualification (for example honours, masters or doctoral). International undergraduate and postgraduate students pay 40% of the full annual cost at registration, 75% by 15 April and 100% by 15 July.

Additional compulsory charges, such as the ICT levy, may be added to your fee account each year. 

These costs support campus technology infrastructure used by all students.

How to Pay Your Fees (Bank Details)

UJ requires that all student fees be paid into the official UJ student fee account. 

You must use your student number as the payment reference so that funds are automatically allocated to your account. 

For students who pay tuition and registration deposits, the university uses the following banking details:

Account Name: UJ Tuition Fee
Bank: First National Bank (FNB)
Account Type: Cheque
Account Number: 62 615 873 199
Branch: FNB Client Services, branch code 210 554
SWIFT Code (international payments): FIRNZAJJ
Reference: your student number only

UJ’s tuition account is a predefined beneficiary at the major banks (for example, search “UJ Tuition Fee” on Nedbank or “University of Johannesburg” on Standard Bank). You can also pay at an FNB branch or cash-accepting FNB ATM, which UJ says reflects within about 15 minutes, while EFTs from other banks can take up to two business days. For an instant card payment, use the UJ e-Payment online portal. All payments must reflect on your UJ student account prior to finalising registration.

It is critical to confirm the correct banking details and reference numbers on the official UJ Student Finance page before making any payment, as account numbers may change over time.

Fees for NSFAS Funded Students

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) funds eligible South African students from households with lower incomes. 

If you qualify for NSFAS funding and it is approved before registration, NSFAS will pay your tuition and registration deposits directly to UJ on your behalf.

NSFAS funding can also include allowances for accommodation, books and other educational expenses depending on your funding package. 

You must ensure that your NSFAS funding is confirmed and submitted to UJ before registration deadlines so that your account is cleared.

If you have historical debt from a previous year, you may need to make arrangements with the UJ Fees Office before NSFAS can clear your account and allow registration.