78 cheapest universities in South Africa in 2026
The most affordable universities in South Africa, ranked by minimum bachelor fees. Ideal for optimising your study budget.
Lowest fee
35,000 ZAR/yr
Price range
78 universities ranked by increasing fees
No. 49Isa Carstens Academy
Private South African academy specializing in holistic therapies and wellness.
No. 50Mediclinic Higher Education
Private South African institution specializing in medical and healthcare training.
No. 51Boston City Campus & Media House
Private South African institution specializing in media, marketing, and management.
No. 52Milpark Education
Private South African institution specializing in business, finance, and management.
No. 53The Independent Institute of Education
Private South African institution offering a wide range of educational programs.
No. 54Eduvos
Private South African institution offering varied programs in business and technology.
No. 55Cape Audio College
Private South African college specializing in audio, sound, and music production.
No. 56Netcare Education
Private South African institution specializing in healthcare and medicine.
No. 57CityVarsity
Private South African university specializing in media and communication.
No. 58International Hotel School
Private South African school specializing in hospitality and tourism.
No. 59Cranefield College
Private South African institution specializing in management and leadership.
No. 60South African College of Applied Psychology
Private South African college specializing in applied psychology and human sciences.
No. 61REGENT Business School
Private South African school specializing in business, management, and entrepreneurship.
No. 62Academy of Sound Engineering
Private South African institution specializing in sound engineering and audio production.
No. 63AAA School of Advertising
Private South African school specializing in advertising, marketing, and communication.
No. 64Ruth Prowse School of Art
Private South African school specializing in visual arts and design.
No. 65BHC School of Design
Private South African school specializing in design and visual arts.
No. 66Oakfields College
Private South African college specializing in arts, design, and musical theatre.
No. 67Stellenbosch Academy of Design and Photography
Private South African academy specializing in design and photography.
No. 68Open Window Institute
Private South African institution specializing in visual arts and design.
No. 69Greenside Design Center
Private South African center specializing in design and creative arts.
No. 70Design Academy of Fashion
Private South African academy specializing in fashion and design.
No. 71Cape Town Creative Academy
Private South African academy specializing in creative arts and design.
No. 72Inscape Education Group
Private South African group specializing in design and creative arts education.