Overview
One of the most common questions from future doctors is about medical school fees in Zambia and it is a fair one. The cost of studying medicine in Zambia varies widely between institutions and between local and international students.
At Texila American University (TAU) Zambia, located in Lusaka, we keep our tuition structure completely transparent. The details below set out our Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery MBChB and Health Professions Foundation Programme HPFP tuition in local (ZMW) and international (USD) terms.
Our financial-aid options scholarships, instalments and discounts are designed so that ability, not affordability, decides who becomes a doctor.
How Much Does It Cost to Study Medicine in Zambia?
The exact cost of studying medicine in Zambia depends on three core factors:
- Fee Category: Whether you qualify for domestic local fees or international rates.
- Entry Route: Direct 5-year MBChB entry or starting with the 1-year Health Professions Foundation Programme (HPFP).
- Financial Aid Eligibility: The specific scholarships applied to your account.
To eliminate guesswork, TAU publishes a fully transparent, year-by-year fee breakdown so your family can plan with total financial certainty.
Is Medicine Expensive to Study in Zambia?
Compared with studying medicine abroad, Zambia is an exceptionally affordable place to train as a doctor which is exactly why students from across the SADC region choose our Lusaka campus.
Relative to international medical-school fees in Europe, the Caribbean, or the Americas, TAU’s tuition is highly competitive. and local (ZMW) fees make the MBChB genuinely reachable for Zambian students.
Add scholarships and staged instalments, and medicine becomes far less expensive to study in Zambia than many families expect.
What Your Medical School Fees Cover
TAU’s fee structure is built with absolute transparency so families can see exactly what they are paying for.
The published tables clearly outline the core tuition per year of study for each programme, covering your lectures, campus facility utilization, and core clinical training access, all separate and non-refundable, as set out in the Refund Policy. Reading the fee table alongside the Refund Policy gives you the full picture of the cost of studying medicine at TAU.
Medicine Program
Health Professions Foundation Program (HPFP)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW | For International Students – USD |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 34500 | 7000 |
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW | For International Students – USD |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 45000 | 7000 |
| Year 2 | 45000 | 4500 |
| Year 3 | 45000 | 5500 |
| Year 4 | 45000 | 5500 |
| Year 5 | 45000 | 5500 |
Financial Aid, Scholarships & Instalments
We believe that financial barriers should never stand in the way of academic excellence. TAU offers a comprehensive range of financial-aid options to keep your pathway open:
- Merit-Based Scholarships: Tuition relief awarded to students demonstrating exceptional high school or prior academic performance.
- Discount-Based Awards: Specific early enrolment and regional bursary opportunities.
- Staged Fee Instalments: Customized payment plans that break down annual fees into monthly or semester-based instalments across the academic year.
If you are a driven student facing financial constraints, we actively encourage you to apply our admissions counsellors will work with you to build a practical, structured financial roadmap.
Local & International Medical School Fees Explained
TAU publishes two distinct financial tracks to accommodate our diverse student body:
- Local Fees: Invoiced in Zambian Kwacha (ZMW) for domestic Zambian citizens.
- International Fees: Invoiced in US Dollars (USD) for students applying from outside Zambia, including our neighbouring SADC countries.
This dual-tier layout keeps our world-class medical degree accessible to local communities while providing an incredibly value-driven international education option.
Please ensure that you consult the correct column matching your nationality and residency status when reviewing the tables.
March 2027 Intake – Get Your Fee & Scholarship Details
Applications for the March 2027 MBChB and HPFP intake cycles are now officially open. Take the first step toward your medical career with full financial clarity.
Submit your enquiry today, and our dedicated finance and admissions team will email you a personalized breakdown of current tuition fees alongside the specific scholarships you qualify for.
Public Health Programmes
Bachelor of Public Health (4 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 24113 |
| Year 2 | 21080 |
| Year 3 | 22150 |
| Year 4 | 22150 |
Bachelor of Public Health (2 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 28400 |
| Year 2 | 26500 |
Master of Public Health (2 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 30000 |
| Year 2 | 26300 |
Ph.D in Public Health (3 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 45900 |
| Year 2 | 47000 |
| Year 3 | 52000 |
Business and Management Programmes
Bachelor of Business Administration (4 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 25350 |
| Year 2 | 23550 |
| Year 3 | 23550 |
| Year 4 | 23550 |
Bachelor of Business Administration (2 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 27400 |
| Year 2 | 25000 |
Master of Business Administration / M.Sc. in Project Management (2 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 30000 |
| Year 2 | 23500 |
Ph.D in Management (3 Years)
| Year | For Zambian Students – ZMW |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | 45900 |
| Year 2 | 45000 |
| Year 3 | 52000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
TAU publishes transparent year-by-year MBChB and HPFP fees in both local (ZMW) and international (USD) terms. See the fee tables on this page for the current figures and contact admissions for a personalised breakdown.
The cost depends on whether you pay local or international fees, whether you begin with the one-year HPFP, and which scholarships or instalment options you qualify for. TAU’s full fee table lets you plan year by year.
Relative to studying medicine abroad, Zambia is comparatively affordable a key reason SADC students choose TAU. Local (ZMW) fees, scholarships and staged instalments make the MBChB genuinely reachable.
Yes. TAU offers merit and discount-based scholarships plus staged fee instalments across the academic year. See the Scholarship page and speak to admissions about eligibility.
Yes. TAU lists local fees in ZMW for Zambian students and international fees in USD for applicants from outside Zambia. Check the correct column for your applicant category.
Glossary
MBChB
Definition: Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. It is the primary professional undergraduate medical degree awarded in Zambia and Commonwealth countries to train practicing medical doctors.
HPFP
Definition: Health Professions Foundation Programme. A one-year foundational pathway designed to prepare students with core scientific knowledge before they enter the rigorous 5-year MBChB degree.
SADC Student Rates
Definition: Structured international fees billed in US Dollars (USD) specifically optimized for students applying from the Southern African Development Community region.
Staged Fee Instalments
Definition: Flexible, structured payment schedules that break down the total annual tuition into smaller monthly or semester-based payments rather than a single upfront lump sum.
Merit-Based Scholarships
Definition: Financial aid awards that reduce overall tuition costs, granted to students based on exceptional high school performance or top academic grades.
Refund Policy
Definition: The legally binding institutional terms that outline the conditions, timelines, and non-refundable status of fees if a student withdraws from a program.