University of Pretoria Admissions | Apply Online, Courses & Fees
Use this student application portal guide to explore University of Pretoria fields of study, degree levels, application steps, fees and official status resources. Always verify dates, requirements and decisions on the official UP website.
Application Portal
Official UP application linksHow to apply
- Read the online application instructions and check the faculty requirements.
- Prepare your ID or passport, Grade 11 final report and supporting documents.
- Submit your first and second study choices through the UP online application.
- Pay the application fee where applicable, then keep your reference details safe.
- Check your UP Student Portal regularly for updates.
Important application notes
Admission is competitive and an application does not guarantee a place. Programme opening and closing dates can differ, so use the official UP page for the course you choose.
UJ Application Status Check
Status and selected applicantsYour UP student number or EMPLID identifies your application; it does not by itself mean that you have been accepted. Follow the official decision and registration instructions.
Fields of Study and Degree Levels
Programme examplesUP offers programmes through nine faculties and the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS). The records below are examples for orientation; view the complete official programme catalogue before applying.
Student Fees and Finance 2026
Confirm before paymentFees vary by programme, qualification and applicant category. The figures below are official 2026 initial payments and should be checked against the latest UP notices.
| Application fee | R300, non-refundable. A fee waiver may apply where annual household income is R150,000 or less and proof is uploaded. |
|---|---|
| Initial registration payment | Undergraduate: R11,000 Postgraduate: R13,500 Non-SADC international undergraduate: R40,000 |
Login and Password Safety
Protect your accountProtect your password
Do not divulge your password to anyone. Do not leave a computer unattended while logged in. You are responsible for activity arising from misuse of your User ID and password.
Use the official UP Student Portal for sign-in and password support. Do not enter credentials into unofficial websites.
UP Student Portal access
After receiving a UP student number, use My UP Login. New users generally sign in with the letter u followed by the eight-digit student number. Follow UP’s current instructions if your account differs.
Go to UP portalUniversity Profile
Location identity| Name | University of Pretoria |
|---|---|
| Acronym | UP |
| Founded | 1908 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Academic range | Nine faculties and the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), subject to official programme listings. |
| Official website | up.ac.za |
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