Budgeting at Wits

Researched by the VarsityStart team from official university sources. Last checked 10 October 2026. How we check

Residence (2026): a double room is listed at R66,000 a student, excluding meals.
Rough monthly guide (Wits's page for international students, undated): living expenses R8,000 to R15,000 a month; groceries R2,000 to R3,000; public transport R500 to R1,000; books, printing, stationery and data R500 to R1,000; shared off-campus apartments R3,000 to R6,500.
Tuition figures do not include books, stationery, travel or pocket money.