South Africa — university guide
The 78 universities in South Africa in 2026
An informative guide to the 78 higher education institutions in South Africa: international rankings, tuition fees, programs and practical information for your orientation.
78
Universities
26
Public
52
Private
#185
Best ranking
University of Cape Town
35,000 ZAR
Min bachelor fee
49
Programs
Bachelor fee range in South Africa
Based on the 78 universities in South Africa that published their fees.
Min35,000 ZARMax120,000 ZAR
Universities in South Africa: public, private, rankings, fees and programs
26
Public universities
The public institutions in South Africa
26universities
52
Private universities
The private institutions in South Africa
52universities
14
Best universities
Ranked by overall average
14universities
78
The cheapest
Universities with the lowest fees
78universities
78
University fees
Tuition fee analysis
78universities
49
Programs
Fields offered in South Africa
49programs
List of universities in South Africa in 2026
78 universities listedNazarene Theological College
Private1 program· Private South African college specializing in Nazarene theology.
CTU Training Solutions
Private4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in professional and technical training.
AAA School of Advertising
Private3 programs· Private South African school specializing in advertising, marketing, and communication.
Ruth Prowse School of Art
Private3 programs· Private South African school specializing in visual arts and design.
BHC School of Design
Private3 programs· Private South African school specializing in design and visual arts.
Red & Yellow Creative School of Business
Private4 programs· Private South African school specializing in creative business and marketing.
International Hotel School
Private3 programs· Private South African school specializing in hospitality and tourism.
Edutel Higher Education
Private3 programs· Private South African institution specializing in distance higher education.
Eduvos
Private4 programs· Private South African institution offering varied programs in business and technology.
Friends of Design
Private3 programs· Private South African school specializing in design and visual arts.
Greenside Design Center
Private3 programs· Private South African center specializing in design and creative arts.
Henley Business School Africa
Private5 programs· Private South African school specializing in management and leadership.
Inscape Education Group
Private4 programs· Private South African group specializing in design and creative arts education.
Academic Institute of Excellence
Private4 programs· Private South African institution focused on academic and professional excellence.
Bible Institute of South Africa
Private1 program· Private South African institute specializing in biblical studies and theology.
Cornerstone Institute
Private4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in humanities and theology.
Open Window Institute
Private3 programs· Private South African institution specializing in visual arts and design.
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Private4 programs· Private South African institute specializing in technology and management.
The Animation School
Private3 programs· Private South African school specializing in animation and visual effects.
The Independent Institute of Education
Private5 programs· Private South African institution offering a wide range of educational programs.
MANCOSA
Private4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in management and administration.
Mediclinic Higher Education
Private4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in medical and healthcare training.
Milpark Education
Private4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in business, finance, and management.
Netcare Education
Private4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in healthcare and medicine.