{"id":541,"date":"2026-03-02T01:26:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T01:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/?p=541"},"modified":"2026-02-28T13:38:40","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T13:38:40","slug":"university-of-mpumalanga-fees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/university-of-mpumalanga-fees\/","title":{"rendered":"University of Mpumalanga Fees 2027: Registration Costs\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is a public university in Mbombela and Siyabuswa, Mpumalanga.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before students can register for the 2027 academic year, they must meet financial clearance requirements set by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/sol-plaatje-university-fees\/\">university<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means paying specified costs early in the registration process to secure a place, clear on the student fee system, and access modules.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University of Mpumalanga Application Fee 2027 (Non\u2011refundable)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for study at UMP, all applicants must pay a non\u2011refundable application fee when submitting their application.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Application fees do not secure registration but are required for processing your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typical fees based on the most recent UMP guidance are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>South African citizens: around R150 \u2013 R200<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SADC citizens: around R150 \u2013 R400<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International applicants: around R350 \u2013 R550<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These amounts are non\u2011refundable and must be paid before your application will be processed.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants should pay the application fee and upload proof of payment with their application to avoid processing delays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University of Mpumalanga Registration Fee 2027 (Initial Payment)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When an applicant receives an offer of admission at UMP, the next step is to pay an initial registration deposit as part of the financial clearance before registration can be completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This amount is sometimes referred to as a minimum initial payment and is typically credited to the student\u2019s total tuition account once registration is finalised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Registration Deposit (Tuition)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on the latest UMP fee information and expected 2027 figure projections:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tuition registration deposit: Approximately R4\u202f100 for most degrees and diplomas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Special programme exception: Some specific diploma programmes, such as third\u2011year Diploma in Agriculture in Plant Production, may require a lower deposit (e.g., around R1\u202f444).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These fees are paid at the time of registration and are deducted from your total tuition obligations.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Residence\/Accommodation Deposit (If Applicable)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have applied for and are offered on\u2011campus accommodation, there is usually an additional deposit required to secure the residence place:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Accommodation initial deposit: Approximately R2\u202f445 (self\u2011catering on\u2011campus).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This amount is separate from the tuition deposit and may also be deducted from your overall accommodation fees once your place is confirmed.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Registration Costs Cover<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The registration deposit at UMP is an upfront amount required before you can finalise your registration online or in person.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It typically covers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A portion of your tuition fees for the academic year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps to secure your place in your programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May be necessary before you receive full access to modules on the student system<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who do not pay the required initial amount by official deadlines may not be allowed to complete the registration process.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Pay Your UMP Registration Fees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UMP accepts secure payment methods for registration deposits, including electronic funds transfer (EFT) and bank deposits.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Payments should always include your student number as the reference so that the university can allocate the funds correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Official Bank Details:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bank<\/strong>: Standard Bank<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Account Name<\/strong>: University of Mpumalanga \u2013 Student Account<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Account Number:<\/strong> 032610688<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Branch Code<\/strong>: 052852<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SWIFT Code (for international payments):<\/strong> SBZAZAJJ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reference<\/strong>: Your student number<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Upload proof of payment where required in the registration system or present it to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ump.ac.za\/Study-with-us\/Student-Services.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UMP Finance Office<\/a> as instructed.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow at least 48 hours for payments to reflect and clear before registration dates.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Registration for First\u2011Time and Returning Students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to UMP\u2019s official registration page, the university opens online registration early in the year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who have paid their minimum initial payment and have been financially cleared are able to register online at the appropriate time.\u202f<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students who do not meet these financial requirements may be blocked from completing registration until payments are confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NSFAS and Registration Costs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you qualify for funding from the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and your NSFAS award is confirmed before the registration period, NSFAS can cover your registration deposit and tuition fees directly with the university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students should submit their NSFAS award confirmation to the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ump.ac.za\/Study-with-us\/Student-Services.aspx\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ump.ac.za\/Study-with-us\/Student-Services.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> UMP Financial Aid Office<\/a> before registration opens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They must also confirm with NSFAS and UMP that the funding covers both the initial deposit and tuition for the qualification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This ensures that you do not need to pay the initial deposit yourself if funding is approved in time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) is a public university in Mbombela and Siyabuswa, Mpumalanga.&nbsp; Before students can register for the 2027 academic year, they must meet financial clearance requirements set by the university.&nbsp; This means paying specified costs early in the registration process to secure a place, clear on the student fee system, and 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