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 listedElizabeth Galloway Academy of Fashion
Private2 2 programs· Private South African academy specializing in fashion and clothing design.
Friends of Design
Private3 3 programs· Private South African school specializing in design and visual arts.
George Whitefield College
Private1 1 program· Private South African college focused on theology and Christian ministry.
Greenside Design Center
Private3 3 programs· Private South African center specializing in design and creative arts.
Henley Business School Africa
Private5 5 programs· Private South African school specializing in management and leadership.
Inscape Education Group
Private4 4 programs· Private South African group specializing in design and creative arts education.
International Hotel School
Private3 3 programs· Private South African school specializing in hospitality and tourism.
Isa Carstens Academy
Private3 3 programs· Private South African academy specializing in holistic therapies and wellness.
MANCOSA
Private4 4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in management and administration.
Mediclinic Higher Education
Private4 4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in medical and healthcare training.
Milpark Education
Private4 4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in business, finance, and management.
Mukhanyo Theological College
Private1 1 program· Private South African college specializing in theology and Christian ministry.
Nazarene Theological College
Private1 1 program· Private South African college specializing in Nazarene theology.
Netcare Education
Private4 4 programs· Private South African institution specializing in healthcare and medicine.
Oakfields College
Private3 3 programs· Private South African college specializing in arts, design, and musical theatre.
Open Window Institute
Private3 3 programs· Private South African institution specializing in visual arts and design.
Red & Yellow Creative School of Business
Private4 4 programs· Private South African school specializing in creative business and marketing.
REGENT Business School
Private5 5 programs· Private South African school specializing in business, management, and entrepreneurship.
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
Private4 4 programs· Private South African institute specializing in technology and management.
Ruth Prowse School of Art
Private3 3 programs· Private South African school specializing in visual arts and design.
Seth Mokitimi Methodist Seminary
Private1 1 program· Private South African seminary specializing in Methodist theology.
South African College of Applied Psychology
Private3 3 programs· Private South African college specializing in applied psychology and human sciences.
South African Theological Seminary
Private1 1 program· Private South African seminary specializing in theology and biblical studies.
St Augustine College of South Africa
Private3 3 programs· Private South African college specializing in theology and humanities.