Paying the University of South Africa (UNISA) application fee is a necessary step in the application process.
The application fee is a non-refundable payment that must be made before your application can be processed.
How to Pay the UNISA Application Fee?
UNISA offers various payment methods for the application fee. These methods include:
The UNISA website accepts various payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and online banking.
To pay using this method, simply visit the UNISA website, click on the “Apply” button, and follow the prompts to make your payment.
Bank Deposit
You can also pay the application fee by making a bank deposit at any Standard Bank branch in South Africa. To do this, you will need to provide the bank teller with the following details:
UNISA’s bank account details are as follows:
- Bank: Standard Bank
- Branch: Pretoria
- Account number: 011554622
- Reference: Your student number (if you are a returning student) or your ID number (if you are a new student)
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT)
Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) is another payment method accepted by UNISA. To pay using this method, you will need to provide your bank with the following details:
UNISA’s bank account details are as follows:
- Bank: Standard Bank
- Branch: Pretoria
- Account number: 011554622
- Reference: Your student number (if you are a returning student) or your ID number (if you are a new student)
UNISA Application Fee Payment Process
To pay the UNISA application fee, follow these steps:
- Go to the UNISA website and click on the “Apply” button.
- Select your preferred payment method (credit card, debit card, online banking, bank deposit, or EFT).
- Enter your personal and payment details.
- Review your payment details carefully before submitting your payment.
- Once you have submitted your payment, you will receive a confirmation email from UNISA.
UNISA Application Fee Amount
The UNISA application fee amount varies depending on the type of qualification you are applying for. The current application fee amounts are as follows:
- R105 for online applications
- R160 for hard copy applications (only applicable to students who are unable to apply online)
Note: The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid before your application can be processed.
UNISA Application Fee Payment Deadline
The UNISA application fee payment deadline varies depending on the type of qualification you are applying for. The current application fee payment deadlines are as follows:
- For semester 1: The application fee payment deadline is usually in the first week of January.
- For semester 2: The application fee payment deadline is usually in the first week of June.
- For year modules: The application fee payment deadline is usually in the first week of January.
Note: It is essential to check the UNISA website for the specific application fee payment deadline for your qualification.
UNISA Application Fee Exemptions
In certain circumstances, UNISA may exempt you from paying the application fee. The following categories of students may be exempt from paying the application fee:
- Students who are 60 years or older
- Students with disabilities
- Students who are recipients of social grants
To apply for an exemption, you will need to provide supporting documentation, such as proof of age, disability, or social grant receipt.
UNISA Application Fee Refunds
The UNISA application fee is non-refundable. However, in exceptional circumstances, UNISA may consider refunding the application fee.
To apply for a refund, you will need to provide a written motivation, explaining why you are requesting a refund.
UNISA Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about paying the UNISA application fee, you can contact UNISA’s student fees department using the following contact details:
- Telephone: 011 670 9344
- Email: [email protected]