Eastern Africa, capital Port Louis

Cost of Studying in Mauritius (2027) for International Students

International students in Mauritius apply online for a student entry and residence permit, decided within 14 working days of a complete application, with proof of at least MUR 150,000 in funds. Full-time students may work up to 20 hours a week, and graduates in listed fields can move to a Young Professional Occupation Permit for up to three years. At the University of Mauritius, students from Asian developing countries such as Bangladesh receive a 50% scholarship on undergraduate block fees of USD 5,000 to USD 6,000 a year.

Verified 15 Sep 2026 Sources
Public tuition, per year
Not listed
international students
Living cost, per month
Not listed
typical range
Work during study
20 h
per week
Post study work
3 yr
after graduation
Intakes
August
main application cycles

Tuition example, University of Mauritius 2026/2027. International undergraduate block fees USD 5,000 to USD 6,000 a year (50% scholarship for students from Asian developing countries and mainland Africa); postgraduate USD 2,000 to USD 6,000 a year; application fee USD 50.

Funds for the permit. At least MUR 150,000 in bank statements, and at least Rs 150,000 in a local bank account for each later year.

Sources, checked 15 September 2026
  1. https://passport.govmu.org/passport/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Guidelines-for-Application-and-Issuance-of-Entry-and-Residence-Permit.pdf
  2. https://passport.govmu.org/passport/?page_id=626
  3. https://www.uom.ac.mu/index.php/fees-and-payment
  4. https://www.uom.ac.mu/index.php/apply-online