Tuition & Fees
Understanding costs and financial information at Kuwait University
Fee Structure by Category
Kuwaiti Students
| Tuition Fees | Free |
| Fully subsidized by the government | |
| Registration Fee | Free |
| Student ID Card | 2 KD |
| One-time fee | |
| Lab Fees | Varies |
| Depending on program requirements | |
Non-Kuwaiti Students
| Tuition Fees | Contact Admissions |
| Varies by program and nationality | |
| Registration Fee | Contact Admissions |
| Per semester | |
| Student ID Card | 2 KD |
| One-time fee | |
| Lab Fees | Varies |
| Depending on program requirements | |
Scholarship Students
| Tuition Fees | Covered |
| As per scholarship terms | |
| Registration Fee | Covered |
| As per scholarship terms | |
| Monthly Stipend | Varies |
| Based on scholarship agreement | |
| Housing Allowance | Varies |
| For eligible students | |
Administrative & Service Fees
The following administrative fees apply to all students regardless of nationality.
Late Registration
10 KD
Applied when registering after the official deadline
Transcript Request
2 KD
Per official transcript copy
Certificate Verification
5 KD
For degree verification letters
Lost ID Replacement
5 KD
Replacement student ID card
Graduation Fees
10 KD
One-time graduation processing fee
Parking Permit
20 KD
Annual campus parking permit
Payment Methods
Online Banking
Pay through KU E-Services portal using KNET
Bank Transfer
Direct transfer to Kuwait University account
Student Portal
Access your fee balance and make payments online
Important Information
- Kuwait University is a public institution and does not charge tuition fees for Kuwaiti citizens
- Fee schedules are subject to change based on university regulations
- Students must settle all outstanding fees before course registration each semester
- Financial holds may prevent registration, transcript requests, or graduation
- Some programs may have additional material or clinical training fees
Financial Support
Student Emergency Fund
Financial assistance available for students facing unexpected hardships. Contact the Dean of Student Affairs for eligibility and application.
Student Employment
Part-time work opportunities available on campus through various departments and research projects. Check with the Student Affairs office.
Merit Scholarships
Outstanding students may qualify for additional support and honors programs based on academic performance.
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