Southern Africa, capital Gaborone

Cost of Studying in Botswana (2027) for International Students

Foreign students in Botswana apply for a study visa, which requires a letter of acceptance, a study or research permit and proof of sponsorship and is processed in seven to fourteen days, and for a residence permit costing P1,500 and completed in thirty working days. At the University of Botswana, students from any African country pay the resident rate, from BWP 28,200 a year for a bachelor's degree, while non-resident students pay BWP 56,100 to BWP 82,500.

Verified 15 Sep 2026 Sources

Public tuition, per year

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international students

Living cost, per month

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typical range

Work during study

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per week

Post study work

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after graduation

Intakes

August

main application cycles

Tuition example, University of Botswana 2026/27 (per year). Bachelor's BWP 28,200 to BWP 41,400 for resident and African students; BWP 56,100 to BWP 82,500 for non-resident students. Application fee BWP 250.

Residence permit (student). P1,500.

Sources, checked 15 September 2026