University of Oxford Courses and Fees 2026-27
University of Oxford fees for Indian students range from £39,320 (INR 51.10 Lakhs) for MPhil International Relations to £66,690 (INR 86.70 Lakhs) for MSc Financial Economics, with the Oxford MBA at £94,120 (INR 1.22 Crore) per year. The MSc Advanced Computer Science, MSc Financial Economics, and Oxford MBA are among the key postgraduate programmes listed for Indian students.
Oxford University offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with annual tuition fees varying by course. For 2027-28 entry, postgraduate fees range from £39,320 to £94,120, while undergraduate fees range from £46,210 to £66,580 per year.
- Undergraduate standard fee: £46,210 to £66,580 (INR 60.07–86.55 lakh)
- Postgraduate fee: £39,320 to £94,120 (INR 51.10 lakh to 1.22 crore)
- Oxford MBA at Saïd Business School: £94,120 (INR 1.22 Crore)
- Monthly Cost of Living: £1,405–£2,105 (INR 1.82– INR 2.73 Lakhs)
- Weidenfeld-Hoffmann and Ertegun Scholarships: Full course fees + at least £20,780 (INR 26.86 Lakhs) annual living grant
Exchange rate used throughout the article: 1 GBP = INR 129.90.
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Table of Contents
- University of Oxford Tuition Fees by Programme
- Cost of Living in Oxford for University of Oxford Indian Students
- University of Oxford Scholarships for Indian Students
- Hidden Costs of Studying at University of Oxford
- Fee Saving Strategies for University of Oxford Indian Students
- University of Oxford Fees FAQs
University of Oxford Tuition Fees by Programme
For 2027-28, Oxford’s listed tuition fees range from £39,320 (INR 51.10 lakh) to £94,120 (INR 1.22 crore) for the postgraduate programmes, while undergraduate fees range from £46,210 (INR 60.07 lakh) to £66,580 (INR 86.55 lakh) per year.
University of Oxford Postgraduate Fees
For 2027-28, Oxford’s listed postgraduate tuition fees range from £39,320 (INR 51.10 lakh) for MPhil International Relations to £94,120 (INR 1.22 crore) for the MBA.
| Programme | Duration | 2027-28 Annual Tuition | Annual Tuition (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MPhil International Relations | 21 months | £39,320 | INR 51.10 lakh |
| MSc Advanced Computer Science | 12 months | £46,350 | INR 60.26 lakh |
| MSc Social Data Science | 10 months | £40,730 | INR 52.95 lakh |
| MSc Financial Economics | 9 months | £66,690 | INR 86.70 lakh |
| MBA | 1 year | £94,120 | INR 1.22 crore |
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University of Oxford Undergraduate Fees
For 2027-28, Oxford’s undergraduate tuition fees for the listed programmes range from £46,210 (INR 60.07 lakh) to £66,580 (INR 86.55 lakh) per year.
| Programme | Duration | Annual Tuition (GBP) | Annual Tuition (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| BA English Language and Literature | 3 years | £46,210 | INR 60.07 lakh |
| BA Computer Science | 3 years | £66,580 | INR 86.55 lakh |
| Bachelor of Engineering Science | 4 years | £66,580 | INR 86.55 lakh |
| BA Economics and Management | 3 years | £46,210 | INR 60.07 lakh |
| BA Biomedical Sciences | 3 years | £58,280 | INR 75.76 lakh |
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Cost of Living in Oxford for University of Oxford Indian Students
The University estimates monthly living costs at £1,405 to £2,105 (INR 1.82 to 2.73 Lakhs) for 2026/27, translating to an annual living budget of INR 21.90 to 32.81 Lakhs for a twelve-month PG programme. Oxford is more expensive than most UK cities except London due to constrained housing supply.
| Particulars | Cost of Living (GBP/month) | Cost of Living (INR/month) | Notes for Indian Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | £825–£990 | INR 1.07–1.29 Lakhs | Includes rent only. Actual cost depends on whether you live in college accommodation or private housing. |
| Food | £315–£545 | INR 40,912–INR 70,785 | Covers groceries and meals. Costs vary based on eating habits and lifestyle. |
| Personal Items | £160–£310 | INR 20,781–INR 40,263 | Includes clothing, toiletries, and other day-to-day personal expenses. |
| Social Activities | £50–£130 | INR 6,494–INR 16,884 | Covers leisure activities and entertainment. Spending varies by individual lifestyle. |
| Study Costs | £35–£90 | INR 4,546–INR 11,689 | Includes books, stationery, printing, and other academic expenses. |
| Other Expenses | £20–£40 | INR 2,598–INR 5,195 | Miscellaneous day-to-day expenses not covered in other categories. |
| Total Estimated Monthly Cost | £1,405–£2,105 | INR 1.82–INR 2.73 Lakhs | Oxford's official estimate for a single full-time student living in Oxford. Applicable to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. |
Source: University of Oxford Living Costs Estimate 2026/27, published by Student Registry.
Note: Priority college accommodation for graduates is guaranteed only for the first year at most colleges. From Year 2, DPhil students often move to private rentals at £900 to £1,400 per month (INR 1.17 to 1.82 Lakhs), a 30 to 40% premium over college rent. Budget for this step-up if your programme runs longer than 12 months.
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University of Oxford Scholarships for Indian Students
University of Oxford offers several scholarships for international students across undergraduate and postgraduate study. For Indian students, major postgraduate awards can cover full tuition fees and provide living-cost support, while some scholarships are specifically linked to the MBA, Humanities, or leadership-focused programmes.
| Scholarship | Award Value | Eligibility | 2027 Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarship | Full course fees + at least £20,780/year living grant | Eligible international applicants with public leadership goals | Relevant Dec/Jan course deadline |
| Ertegun Graduate Scholarship | Full course fees + £20,780/year living grant | Eligible Humanities Master's/DPhil applicants | Early January 2027 |
| Skoll Scholarship | Full MBA tuition + living-cost support | MBA applicants with a strong social entrepreneurship background | 6 January 2027 |
| Saïd Business School Scholarships | Varies by scholarship | Eligible MBA/MFE applicants | Varies |
| Oxford-Pershing Square Graduate Scholarship | Full Oxford fees + living grant | Applicants to the 1+1 MBA programme | 6 January 2027 |
Source: University of Oxford Fees, Funding and Scholarships portal; Rhodes Trust India Selection Committee.
Hidden Costs of Studying at University of Oxford
For the October 2027 intake, the most time-sensitive hidden cost is the IHS (Immigration Health Surcharge), paid in full upfront with your Student Visa application 3 to 8 weeks before travel, at £776 per year of course length. Budget for these below.
| Expense | Official Cost | Notes for Indian Students |
|---|---|---|
| UK Student Visa Fee | £558 (INR 72,147) | One-time fee payable when applying for a UK Student visa from outside the UK. |
| Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) | £776 (INR 1 Lakh) per year of visa permission | Paid in full at the time of the visa application. For example, a two-year course typically requires at least £1,552, while longer programmes will incur a higher upfront payment depending on the visa duration granted. |
| Academic Dress (Gown and Sub Fusc) |
Varies | Oxford requires students to wear academic dress for matriculation, examinations and certain formal ceremonies. Students may purchase, hire or borrow the required items, so the University does not publish a standard cost. |
| Course Materials and Personal Expenses | Varies | These are included within Oxford's published living cost estimate. The actual amount depends on your programme and personal spending habits. |
Note: Indian families most often forget the IHS upfront amount. It is not billed in instalments and cannot be paid annually; the full £776 per programme year is due at the Student Visa application.
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Fee Saving Strategies for University of Oxford Indian Students
For the October 2027 intake, the highest-urgency saving lever is the Rhodes India application closing 31 July 2026, worth roughly INR 65 to 85 Lakhs across two years. The four levers below cover post-Rhodes savings that stack on top.
- Apply for college accommodation from Year 1: College housing sits 30 to 40% below Oxford private rentals, saving INR 4 to 7 Lakhs per year versus off-college studios
- Claim Section 80E on your education loan: Full interest deduction on Indian education loans is available for up to 8 years post-graduation, with no upper cap on the amount claimed
- Choose shorter programmes where available: MSc Financial Economics runs 9 months versus 12 for other Master’s, saving 3 months of living costs (INR 6.84 to 8.19 Lakhs)
- Use the UK Graduate Route Visa post-study: Automatic 2-year post-study work rights after a Master’s (3 years after a DPhil), enabling loan repayment from UK earnings at £40,000+ (INR 51.96 Lakhs+) starting salary median
- Compare fee bands before final course choice: MPhil International Relations (£37,100, INR 48.19 Lakhs) undercuts MSc Financial Economics (£62,920, INR 81.73 Lakhs) by INR 33.54 Lakhs per year, while both feed comparable London careers
- Formal Hall over restaurants: College Formal Hall dinners at £5 to £8 (INR 650 to 1,039) undercut Oxford restaurants by 60%, saving INR 60,000 to 90,000 per year at 3 dinners per week
Tip for Indian Students: For the October 2027 intake, the single highest-value saving lever is layering scholarships. Rhodes India (deadline 31 July 2026) or Clarendon Fund (automatic with Oxford application, deadline 8 January 2027) each eliminate tuition. Stacking a JN Tata Endowment (INR 10 Lakhs, deadline 20 March 2027) on top covers living. This combination can reduce your net Oxford PG cost from INR 85 Lakhs to under INR 5 Lakhs for one year.
For October 2027 entry, Indian students should budget around INR 85 Lakhs to INR 1.11 Crore for a one-year Oxford Master’s and around INR 1.51 Crore for the MBA. A three-year undergraduate degree can cost INR 2.47 Crore, including college fees and living costs. Clarendon funding can significantly reduce the cost by covering course and college fees. For 2027 entry, the Rhodes India deadline is 23 July 2026, followed by Oxford’s course-specific deadlines between October 2026 and January 2027.
University of Oxford Fees FAQs
Ques. When are tuition instalments due at the University of Oxford?
Ans. Tuition splits into three termly instalments due at the start of Michaelmas (October), Hilary (January), and Trinity (April) terms.
Ques. Is there an application fee for the University of Oxford?
Ans. Undergraduate applications go via UCAS at £34.50 (INR 4,480) for the 2027 application cycle. Postgraduate applications carry a £75 (INR 9,743) fee per course.
Ques. Can Indian students work part-time to cover fees at the University of Oxford?
Ans. UK Student Visa allows 20 hours of part-time work per week during term and full-time during vacations. At Oxford’s minimum wage of £12.21 per hour (INR 1,586), 20 hours per week yields £244 (INR 31,696) weekly, approximately £8,000 (INR 10.39 Lakhs) over a term of 8 weeks. This covers living costs, not tuition. Full tuition still requires scholarship or loan funding.
Ques. Does University of Oxford accept Indian rupee payments?
Ans. No, tuition is charged and payable in GBP only. You transfer INR-to-GBP via SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, or forex specialists like Wise. Bank-to-bank wires for tuition-scale amounts are cheaper than card-based transfers. Budget 3 to 5 working days for the transfer to clear before each termly instalment deadline.
Ques. Does University of Oxford have a January intake for Indian students?
Ans. No, Oxford runs a single annual intake in October for both UG and PG programmes across all divisions. There is no January or spring intake. Your only entry point is October, so the October 2027 intake is the current open cycle for applications closing between October 2026 and January 2027.
Popular Programs and Important Dates
| Program | Important Dates | Fees | Application Fees | Eligibility | Financial Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MBA 1 year | Fall 2027 Stage 2 application deadline (5th Oct 2026) Fall 2027 Stage 3 application deadline (4th Nov 2026) Fall 2027 Stage 4 application deadline (6th Jan 2027) Fall 2027 Stage 5 application deadline (15th Mar 2027) | INR 1.2 Cr/Yr GBP 94,120 /Yr | 75 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GMAT: Required, Recognised Undergraduate Degree | |
Fall 2027 January application deadline (8th Jan 2027) | INR 59.2 L/Yr GBP 46,350 /Yr | 75 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GPA: 3.7, First-Class Honours Degree in Computer Science or Mathematics | ||
BM BCh Medicine 6 years | Fall 2027 UCAS Oxbridge medicine deadline (15th Oct 2026) | INR 66.9 L/Yr GBP 52,360 /Yr | 29 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110 | |
MSc Financial Economics 9 months | Fall 2027 intake Stage 1 deadline (24th Oct 2026) Fall 2027 intake Stage 2 deadline (7th Jan 2027) Fall 2027 intake Stage 3 deadline (4th Mar 2027) Fall 2027 intake rolling final deadline (31st Jul 2027) | INR 85.2 L/Yr GBP 66,690 /Yr | 75 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GRE: Required, Bachelor's Degree with First-Class or Upper Second-Class Honours | |
DPhil Law 3 years | Fall 2027 intake application deadline (28th Jan 2027) | INR 42.1 L/Yr GBP 32,970 /Yr | 20 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GPA: 3.7, First-Class Honours Degree in Law | |
DPhil Computer Science 3 years | Fall 2027 December round application deadline (2nd Dec 2026) Fall 2027 March round application deadline (3rd Mar 2027) | INR 46.3 L/Yr GBP 36,260 /Yr | 20 | IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 100, GPA: 3.5, First-Class or Strong Upper Second-Class Undergraduate Degree with Honours | |
Fall 2027 November application deadline (18th Nov 2026) Fall 2027 January application deadline (28th Jan 2027) | INR 69.8 L/Yr GBP 54,650 /Yr | 75 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GPA: 3.6, First-Class or Strong Upper Second-Class Honours Degree in Mathematics | ||
DPhil Economics 3 years | Fall 2027 intake application deadline (27th Jan 2027) | INR 41.8 L/Yr GBP 32,690 /Yr | 20 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GRE: Required, GPA: 3.6, First-Class or Upper Second-Class Undergraduate Degree in Economics | |
MSc Social Data Science 10 months | Fall 2027 November round application deadline (14th Nov 2026) Fall 2027 January round application deadline (9th Jan 2027) | INR 52 L/Yr GBP 40,730 /Yr | 75 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GPA: 3.7, First-Class Undergraduate Degree with Honours | |
MPhil Economics 21 months | Fall 2027 intake application deadline (27th Jan 2027) | INR 44.5 L/Yr GBP 34,850 /Yr | 75 | IELTS: 7.5, TOEFL: 110, GRE: Required, GPA: 3.6, First-Class or Upper Second-Class Undergraduate Degree in Economics |
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- I get to take courses only in my major which enables me to specialize early on.
- Bachelor's degree is awarded in 3 years with an optional masters in the 4th year which means I save a lot of money and can start working sooner with more qualifications.
- One on one tutorials two to three times a week with professors who have a lot of research experience enables me to learn the course material in greater depth.
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- Unable to take courses outside my major but I chose Oxford specifically because I was sure I wanted to do only Computer Science in college.
- Sports facilities are decent but because everybody is academically focused there is not much investment in the sports teams.
- No investment in the infrastructure and most of the laboratory buildings and even the CS department has outdated infra that should be upgraded considering the amount of money they receive.
- All accommodation is on-campus although you can rent your own apartment and live outside (more expensive than the cheap accommodation provided by the university)
- The rent is about 30 pounds per night so it comes out to 5500 pounds per year.
- The food, rent and living facilities provided (laundry, kitchens, etc) come at a great subsidized cost and there are enough people around to help you in case of assistance.
- I would recommend future students to stay on-campus especially if they are not from the country because it is much cheaper and much easier to manage.
- My accommodation is right opposite the library and most Indian students live nearby to me in similar rooms.
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