University of Zambia Fees
Fees and Funding
Undergraduate Fees
Regular Programmes (Zambian, SADC, Refugee Status)
Art Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| 1st Year | K23,462.00 | Per Year |
| 2nd Year | K21,329.00 | Per Year |
| 3rd Year | K19,390.00 | Per Year |
| 4th Year | K17,627.00 | Per Year |
Science Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| 1st Year | K28,980.00 | Per Year |
| 2nd Year | K26,345.00 | Per Year |
| 3rd Year | K23,950.00 | Per Year |
| 4th Year | K21,774.00 | Per Year |
| 5th Year | K19,795.00 | Per Year |
Medicine Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| 2nd Year | K28,980.00 | Per Year |
| 3rd Year | K26,345.00 | Per Year |
| 4th Year | K23,950.00 | Per Year |
| 5th Year | K21,774.00 | Per Year |
| 6th Year | K19,795.00 | Per Year |
| 7th Year | K17,995.00 | Per Year |
Parallel Programmes (Zambian, SADC, Refugee Status)
Art Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| 1st Year | K23,462.00 | Per Year |
| 2nd Year | K21,329.00 | Per Year |
| 3rd Year | K19,390.00 | Per Year |
| 4th Year | K17,627.00 | Per Year |
Science Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| 1st Year | K28,980.00 | Per Year |
| 2nd Year | K26,345.00 | Per Year |
| 3rd Year | K21,774.00 | Per Year |
| 4th Year | K19,795.00 | Per Year |
| 5th Year | K17,995.00 | Per Year |
Medicine Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| 2nd Year | K28,980.00 | Per Year |
| 3rd Year | K26,345.00 | Per Year |
Part-Time Students (Zambian, SADC, Refugee Status)
Art Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Type |
| All Years | K4,006.00 | Full Course |
| All Years | K2,003.00 | Half Course |
Science Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Type |
| All Years | K4,948.00 | Full Course |
| All Years | K2,474.00 | Half Course |
Regular Programmes (Foreign Students)
Art Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| All Years | K46,694.00 | Per Year |
Science Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| All Years | K57,173.00 | Per Year |
Medicine Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| All Years | K70,858.00 | Per Year |
Part-Time Students (Foreign Students)
Art Based Programmes
| Year of Study | Amount | Type |
| All Years | K9,640.00 | Full Course |
| All Years | K4,820.00 | Half Course |
Science Based Programme
| Year of Study | Amount | Type |
| All Years | K11,810.00 | Full Course |
| All Years | K5,905.00 | Half Course |
Parallel Programmes (Foreign Students)
Medicine Based Programme
| Year of Study | Amount | Period |
| All Year | K64,416.00 | Per Year |
Other Fees All Students (Except Distance Education Students)
| Type of Fees | Amount | Period |
| Registration | K40.00 | Per Year |
| Examination | K50.00 | Per Course |
| Recreation | K150.00 | Per Year |
| Medical | K200.00 | Per Year |
| Caution Fee | K182.50 | Paid by 1st Years only once at entry (non-refundable) |
| Internet Connectivity | K194.00 | Per Year |
| Graduation Fee | K100.00 | Per Year |
| Record Card Fee | K50.00 | Paid by 1st Years only once at entry |
| Maintenance and Rehabilitation | K165.00 | Per Year |
| Student Union Fee | K45.00 | Per Year |
| Academic Fee | K10.00 | Per Year |
| Library | K100.00 | Per Year |
Accommodation Fees All Students (Except Distance Education Students)
HOSTEL (NORMAL ROOMS)
| Self-Sponsored StudentsPer Year | GRZ-Sponsored Students Per Year | ||
| 75% | 50% | 25% | |
| K3,900.00 | K975.00 | K1,950.00 | K2,925.00 |
HOSTEL (BIG FLATS/STORE ROOMS)
| Self-Sponsored StudentsPer Year | GRZ-Sponsored Students Per Year | ||
| 75% | 50% | 25% | |
| K1,950.00 | K487.50 | K975.00 | K1,462.50 |
Distance education Students Fees (Zambian, SADC and Refugees)
Art Based Programmes
| Amount | ||
| New Students | K2,900.00 | Per Course |
| Returning Students | K2,600.00 | Per Course |
Science/Medicine Based Programmes
| Amount | ||
| New Students | K3,200.00 | Per Course |
| Returning Students | K2,800.00 | Per Course |
Foreign Students (Distance Education)
| Amount | ||
| All Programmes | K5,500.00 | Per Course |
Other Fees (Distance Education Students)
| Type of Fees | Amount | Period |
| Registration | K40.00 | Per Year |
| Sports and Recreation | K40.00 | Per Year |
| Examination | K50.00 | Per Course |
| Medical | K90.00 | Per Year |
| Caution Fee | K80.00 | Paid by 1st Years only once at entry (non-refundable) |
| Internet Connectivity | K95.00 | Per Year |
| Record Card Fee | K50.00 | Paid by 1st Years only |
| Maintenance and Rehabilitation Fee | K35.00 | Per Year |
| Student Union Fee | K40.00 | Per Year |
| Library Fee | K100.00 | Per Year |
| Hard Copy Study Modules (Optional) | K200.00 | |
| Charge for the Tablet (Optional) | K1,800.00 | |
| Charge for Dongle (Optional) | K450.00 | |
| Platform Fee | K370.00 | Per Year |
Postgraduate Fees
Please note that:
- Registration requires payment of fees.
- All fees meant for the University should be paid into the UNZA Directorate Postgraduate Account OR by cheque into the same account.
- Fees meant to cover Costs related to student welfare and research costs should be paid to the student.
- In the event of a student withdrawing from studies, tuition and other fees may not be refunded in full.
Tuition
1. Postgraduate Diplomas – PART I
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year | K16,789.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K18,358.00 | $8,660.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year | K21,808.00 | $9,310.00 |
2. Course Work Programmes – PART I
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year Master of Arts Master of Education Master of Law Master of Communication for Development Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights Law Postgraduate Diploma in International Law Postgraduate Diploma in Counseling | K16,789.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year Master of Science Master of Engineering Master of Mineral Sciences Diploma in ICT Policy and Regulation Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Studies | K18,358.00 | $8,660.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Master of Public Health Master of Science in Nursing Postgraduate Diploma in Education for Health Professionals | K20,173.00 | $9,310.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Master of Medicine Master of Veterinary Medicine | K21,808.00 | $9,310.00 |
3. Master by Research and Part II of Course Work Programmes
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year | K14,674.00 | $7,460.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year | K17,712.00 | $9,460.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year | K20,517.00 | $11,560.00 |
4. Doctor of Philosophy Programme
| Category | Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates |
| Category A: Per Academic Year Social Sciences and Arts Education Law | K15,822.00 | $7,880.00 |
| Category B: Per Academic Year Natural Sciences Science Based Areas | K18,617.00 | $10,304.00 |
| Category C: Per Academic Year Medicine Veterinary Medicine | K26,063.00 | $12,460.00 |
5. Part Time Fees
- Part-time fees for postgraduate programmes are charged at 50% of the full-time rate.
Non Tuition Fees
Registration Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Registration | K500.00 | $80.00 |
| Late Registration | K200.00 | $30.00 |
NB: Late registration shall be K200 per additional month after registration period
Examination Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Part I Masters Degree/Diploma | K497.00 | $125.00 |
| Part II/Research Master (Thesis) | K6,020.00 | $800.00 |
| Part II/Taught Master (Dissertation) | K3,750.00 | $700.00 |
| Doctor (Thesis) | K6,290.00 | $900.00 |
| Supplementary (Part I) Examinations (Per Course) | K500.00 | $120.00 |
| Re-examination (Internal Examiners) PhD | K2,500.00 | $400.00 |
| Re-examination (Internal Examiners) Masters | K1,000.00 | $250.00 |
| Re-examination (All Examiners) PhD | K4,000.00 | $800.00 |
| Re-examination (All Examiners) Masters | K2,000.00 | $500.00 |
Other Fees
| Zambian | Non-SADC Candidates | |
| Student Amenities | K150.00 | $50.00 |
| Medical | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Union | K150.00 | $50.00 |
| Maintenance | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Internet Connectivity | K200.00 | $50.00 |
| Student Handbook | K200.00 | $60.00 |
| Library | K400.00 | $60.00 |
Bench Fees (For Non Students)
| Category B | K3000.00 |
| Category C | K5000.00 |
Suggested Student Upkeep and Research Costs (Payable to the student)
| Zambian & Non-SADC | |
| Hostel Accommodation (Per month) | K1000.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living on campus per day) | K200.00 |
| Student Stipend (Living outside campus per day) | K200.00 |
| Research Cost: Masters | ~ 70% Tuition fees |
| Book Allowance | K8,000.00 |
Distance Education Fees
New Students: Zambia, SADC and Refugee Status Students
| Category | Amount | Period |
| Arts Based | K2,371.60 | Per Year |
| Art Based and Science/Medicine Based Programmes | K4,400.00 | Per Year |
| Science/Medicine Based Programmes | K2,855.60 | Per Year |
Return Students: Zambia, SADC and Refugee Status Students
| Category | Amount | Period |
| Arts Based | K2,156.00 | Per Year |
| Science/Medicine Based Programmes | K2,596.00 | Per Year |
Non Tuition Fees
| Category | Amount | Period |
| Registration | K40.00 | Per Year |
| Examination | K100.00 | Per Year |
| Medical | K45.00 | Per Year |
| Caution Fee | K87.5 | Paid by 1st years on entry (non-refundable) once off |
| Internet Connectivity | K27.50 | Per Year |
| Records Card | K50.00 | Paid by 1st years on entry once off |
| Maintenance and Rehabilitation | K35.00 | Per Year |
| Student Union | K 40.00 | Per Year |
| Library | K 10.00 | Per Year |
| Sports Recreation fee | K40.00 | Per Year |