Fees & funding

Transparent tuition for every programme

Plan your finances with confidence across theology, psychology, counselling, and peacebuilding pathways. All amounts are quoted in Emalangeni (E) and reflect the official 2026 fee schedule. Fees are subject to annual review.

Summary

Tuition by programme

Undergraduate tuition amounts are quoted in Emalangeni (E) per semester. Flexible payment plans are available upon request.

Programme
Full-time (Resident)
Full-time (Non-resident)
Part-time
Online
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology
E15,100
E9,000
E950 / module
E6,000
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theology
E15,100
E9,000
E950 / module
E6,000
Diploma in Theology
E12,700
E6,600
E550 / module
E3,600
Diploma in Counseling
E12,700
E6,600
E550 / module
E3,600
Diploma in Peace and Conflict Studies
E12,700
E6,600
E550 / module
E3,600
Certificate in Psychosocial Counselling
E3,800
E3,800
E3,800
E3,800

Note: Tuition amounts exclude registration, administrative, and resource fees. Confirm your personalised semester schedule with the finance office.

Postgraduate (Master's) Fees

Programmes
  • Master of Arts Degree in Community Psychology
  • Master of Arts Degree in Christian Leadership
  • Master of Arts Degree in Intercultural Studies
  • Master's tuition (per block) E11,700 Per block
  • Master's thesis fee E11,500 Per thesis

Master's tuition is billed per block, with a separate thesis submission fee once candidates move into the research phase.

How to pay

Payment methods & deadlines

Secure your place by paying the registration fee within 14 days of acceptance. Tuition can be settled upfront or in equal instalments at the start of each term.

  • Bank deposit & EFT (preferred). Include student number as reference.
  • Point-of-sale payments at the finance office.
  • International transfers accepted; bank charges are the sender's responsibility.
  • Online card payments launching soon via the Student Portal.

2026 payment calendar

  • January: Registration fee & first tuition instalment.
  • April: Second instalment due before mid-semester break.
  • July: Third instalment upon commencement of Term 2.
  • October: Final instalment before examinations.

Contact info@eswatinicollegeoftheology.org to discuss customised payment plans or sponsorship options.