Quick Summary
Situated in Pretoria, South Africa, University of Pretoria is a public established in 1908. Ranked #354 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 53874 students including 7.5% from outside South Africa. Known for strengths in Veterinary Science, Mineral and Mining Engineering, Agriculture and Forestry, it maintains an acceptance rate of 28%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
The University of Pretoria is a leading research-intensive university, home to the only Faculty of Veterinary Science in South Africa and a world-renowned business school, GIBS.
Subject Strengths
Veterinary ScienceMineral and Mining EngineeringAgriculture and ForestryLawAccounting and FinanceTheology
Founded1908
TypePublic
Total Students53874
Intl Students7.5%
Faculty Ratio24
CampusUrban/Multi-campus
Campus Size1,120 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsSteve Biko Academic Hospital,Kalafong Hospital,Prinshof Campus,Onderstepoort Veterinary Academic Hospital
AccreditationDepartment of Higher Education and Training (DHET),AACSB,EQUIS,Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA),South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#354
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501–600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#401–500
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor's Degrees,Honours Degrees,Master's Degrees,Doctoral Degrees,Undergraduate Diplomas
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Forestry and Agricultural Biotechnology Institute (FABI),Future Africa,Centre for Human Rights,Institute for Cellular and Molecular Medicine
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET),AACSB,EQUIS,Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA),South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate28%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL83
Min GPAAPS 30-35
GRENot Available
GMATRequired for GIBS MBA
SATAccepted for US-curriculum applicants
ACTAccepted for US-curriculum applicants
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · September 30
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June 30
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Apply as early as possible (applications open in March). For competitive degrees like Veterinary Science and Health Sciences, the deadline is June 30. Use the APS calculator on the UP website to verify eligibility.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in South African Rand
UG Tuition
R56,000/yr
per year · ZAR
Living Cost
R125,000/yr
per year · ZAR
PG Tuition
R65,000/yr
per year · ZAR
Application Fee
$17
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R181,300/yr
tuition + living + essentials · ZAR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,500
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor's Degrees,Honours Degrees,Master's Degrees,Doctoral Degrees,Undergraduate Diplomas programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BSc Veterinary Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| BEng Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| LLB Law | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| BCom Accounting | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$24,000
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong career services providing placements through industry-specific career fairs.
Industry Connections
BMW South AfricaStandard BankSasolDiscovery HealthPwC
Notable Alumni
Elon Musk,Cyril Ramaphosa,Tshilidzi Marwala,Kimi Makwetu
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
TuksSport High Performance Centre,LC de Villiers Sportsgrounds,Olympic-standard swimming pool,Rugby Stadium
Student Clubs
TuksRes,Student Culture (STUKU),Golden Key International Honour Society,University of Pretoria Symphony Orchestra
Library Resources
Merensky 2 Library,Javett-UP Arts Centre,Music Library,Medical Library
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available