BSMedicine
BScN (Nursing)
4-year programme
Rs 250,000
per semester · ~Rs 2,000,000 total
PrivateEst. 1983
The Aga Khan University
Karachi, Sindh
Heads up: admission schedules and fees change often. This page is a starting point — always confirm live details on the official site before you apply.
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A private, not-for-profit university best known for its Medical College and School of Nursing and Midwifery, with teaching hospitals across Karachi. Among the most expensive — and most selective — health-sciences destinations in the country.
- Sector
- Private
- Established
- 1983
- Location
- Karachi
BSMedicine
BS Anesthesia Technology
4-year programme
Rs 844,000
per semester · ~Rs 6,752,000 total
BSSciences
BS Biomedical Sciences
4-year programme
Rs 797,500
per semester · ~Rs 6,380,000 total
BSMedicine
BS Nursing
4-year programme
Rs 385,000
per semester · ~Rs 3,080,000 total
BSMedicine
BS Public Health
4-year programme
Rs 844,000
per semester · ~Rs 6,752,000 total
MSSciences
MS Clinical Psychology
2-year programme
Rs 212,500
per semester · ~Rs 850,000 total
BSMedicine
BS Dental Hygiene
4-year programme
Rs 844,000
per semester · ~Rs 6,752,000 total
BSSciences
BS Human Genetics and Molecular Biology
4-year programme
Rs 797,500
per semester · ~Rs 6,380,000 total
MSSciences
MS Biomedical Sciences
2-year programme
Rs 797,500
per semester · ~Rs 3,190,000 total
BSSciences
BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics
4-year programme
Rs 703,500
per semester · ~Rs 5,628,000 total
| Programme | Per semester | Est. total |
|---|---|---|
| BScN (Nursing) | Rs 250,000 | Rs 2,000,000 |
| BS Anesthesia Technology | Rs 844,000 | Rs 6,752,000 |
| BS Biomedical Sciences | Rs 797,500 | Rs 6,380,000 |
| BS Nursing | Rs 385,000 | Rs 3,080,000 |
| BS Public Health | Rs 844,000 | Rs 6,752,000 |
| MS Clinical Psychology | Rs 212,500 | Rs 850,000 |
| BS Dental Hygiene | Rs 844,000 | Rs 6,752,000 |
| BS Human Genetics and Molecular Biology | Rs 797,500 | Rs 6,380,000 |
| MS Biomedical Sciences | Rs 797,500 | Rs 3,190,000 |
| BS Human Nutrition and Dietetics | Rs 703,500 | Rs 5,628,000 |
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Note: Fee structures are estimated and subject to change. Exact and updated figures can be verified on official university websites. If you notice any error, pleasereport it to us.
HEC support
Recognised for HEC's Need-Based Scholarship Program (NBSP), though most aid at AKU flows through the university's own endowment.
Need-based aid
AKU runs one of the most generous need-based financial aid programmes in Pakistan, funded through its endowment — a substantial share of medical, nursing and other students receive partial-to-full support after a detailed needs assessment.
Merit-based aid
A smaller number of merit-based scholarships and gold medals recognise top academic performers each year.
Discounts
No standard sibling discount is advertised; aid is assessed per family.
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Availability
On-campus residences house a significant share of out-of-city students, especially in the Medical College and School of Nursing & Midwifery, in separate accommodation for men and women.
Hostel room fee
Rs 101,000 / semester
Room-only charge for a shared hostel/hall seat per semester; mess/food costs are billed separately by the hostel mess committee and are not included.
Amenities
Dining hallWi-FiLaundry24/7 securityMedical access on campus
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Note: Fee structures are estimated and subject to change. Exact and updated figures can be verified on official university websites. If you notice any error, pleasereport it to us.
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closed
Deadline 13 May 2026
Admission for this university is primarily merit-based on academic record, with no separate entry test recorded.
What's the tuition fee at Aga Khan University?
Fees vary by programme — from Rs 212,500 to Rs 844,000 per semester across the programmes we track. See the Fees tab below for a full breakdown by programme.
When does admission close?
The 2026-27 cycle's deadline is 13 May 2026. Admission schedules can shift year to year, so always confirm the live date on the official site linked above before you plan around it.
Does this university offer scholarships or financial aid?
Yes — Recognised for HEC's Need-Based Scholarship Program (NBSP), though most aid at AKU flows through the university's own endowment. A smaller number of merit-based scholarships and gold medals recognise top academic performers each year. See the Scholarships tab below for the full breakdown, including need-based aid and available discounts.