Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About AKU
Aga Khan University (AKU) — private non-profit university. It is located in Karachi, Pakistan. The higher education institution is considered one of the youngest in the country, as it was founded in 1983. AKU is working together with Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).
AKU works in several scientific areas and is waiting for new students.
- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Establishment year
- 1983
- Students
- 2,999
- International students
- 13
- Acceptance rate
- 80%
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
---|---|
Life Sciences & Medicine | 401-450 |

AKU tuition fees
The academic year at AKU is continuous, which means that students have no break between courses. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. Tuition fees here are different for locals and foreigners. For locals, it starts from 18 USD, and for foreigners — a minimum of 20,000 USD. Thanks to financial support programs, students have the opportunity to fully or partially cover the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Continuous
- Financial Aid
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Local18USD/year
- Foreign20,000USD/year
- Master
- Local18USD/year
- Foreign20,000USD/year
AKU campus
The city campus of AKU provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Karachi has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. AKU regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes

What to do after graduation
If you want to stay in Pakistan after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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