American International University-Bangladesh Masters in Development Studies (MDS): tuition fee and total cost
- Tuition per credit: ৳4,500
- Admission fee: ৳25,000
Where the money goes
| Item | Amount | How often |
|---|
| Admission Fee (once during admission; also applicable during readmission) | ৳25,000 | One time |
| Verification Fee (once during admission) | ৳2,000 | One time |
| Student Activities and Facilities Fee (Per Semester) | ৳12,500 | Per term |
| Computer/ Language Lab Fee (applicable as per curriculum) | ৳2,500 | Per course |
| Science Lab Fee (applicable as per curriculum) | ৳2,000 | Per course |
| Health Sciences Lab Fee (applicable as per curriculum) | ৳3,000 | Per course |
| Studio Fee (applicable as per curriculum) | ৳2,000 | Per course |
Waivers
- Merit Based Scholarship (freshman, SSC/HSC)
- Merit Based Scholarship (freshman, O/A level)
- Academic Scholarship for Regular Students
- Dr. Anwarul Abedin Scholarship for female Undergraduate Students: 100%
- Freedom Fighter Waiver
- Scholarship for Students with disability
- Scholarship for Students from Underrepresented Group
- General Need Based Tuition Fee Waiver
- Sibling Waiver
- AIUB Employee Dependent Waiver
- Alumni Tuition Fee Waiver
- Sports, Club and National Talent Scholarships
- Waiver for July Injured
Admission
- SPRING 2026-27: application deadline 23 Nov 2026, admission test 26 Nov 2026, classes start 24 Jan 2027
Common questions
Can I get a waiver at AIUB?
Yes. AIUB has 13 waivers and scholarships, up to 100% off tuition; how much you get depends on your SSC and HSC GPA.
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