University of London Enrolment
The UoL enrolment incurs a fee of 60 GBP (around 70 euros).
Admissions
Tuition Fees and Living Costs
Discover Forward’s annual tuition fees for the academic year 2026/27 below. There is no application fee when applying to Forward College. Scholarships and zero-interest trust loans are available to help students in financial need.
University of London Bachelors
Annual tuition fees* for students starting in September 2026
| EU/EEA/UK nationals | Non-EU nationals | |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | €20,600* | €25,100* |
| Bachelor’s+ | €23,400* | €27,900* |
| Double Bachelor’s | €27,830* | €32,330* |
*Please note that tuition fees will increase by 5% per year.
Nb: For the bachelor’s programmes by the LSE, annual exam fees of approximately €500 per year are charged by the University of London on top of annual tuition fees.
Forward College Bachelors
Annual tuition fees for students starting in September 2026
| EU/EEA/UK nationals | Non-EU nationals | |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | €18,000 | €22,500 |
| Bachelor’s+* | €21,800 | €26,300 |
| Double Majors | €25,700 | €30,200 |
*The PPE and PPLE programmes are only available with the Bachelor’s+
*Please note that tuition fees will increase by 5% per year.
Additional
Costs
Private Health Insurance
For international students, it is advised to obtain travel insurance and/or a private plan from their home country. The cost of private health insurance may vary; you can find an estimated amount per country in the tables above.
Visa Cost
A visa is required for international students from outside Europe. The cost for a student visa usually amounts to €90 and should be considered every time the student moves to another country.
Cost of Living in Lisbon
Let’s take a look at some of the costs you may have in your first year studying at Forward’s Lisbon campus.
| Activities | Costs per week | Cost per month | Cost per academic year (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student home | From €190 to €260 | From €750 to €1040 | From €9,880 to €13,520 |
| Private health insurance | €6.25 | €25 | €325 |
| Public transportation pass | €7.50 | €30 | €390 |
| Groceries | From €37 to €50 | From €150 to €200 | From €1950 to €2600 |
| Mobile Phone Plan | €2.5 | €10 | €130 |
| Leisure activities and daily expenses** | From €25 to €37 | From €100 to €150 | From €1,300 to €1,950 |
| Activity | Costs |
|---|---|
| Meal in a average restaurant | €15.00 |
| Coffee | €0.70 – €1.00 |
| Take away in a bakery (lunch menus, sandwiches…) | €3 – €7.00 |
| Cinema ticket | €7.80 |
| Nightclub entry | €10 – €15.00 |
| Single metro ticket | €1.85 |
Cost of Living in Paris
Let’s take a look at some of the costs you may have in your second year studying at Forward’s Paris campus.
| Activities | Cost per week | Cost per month | Cost per academic year (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student home* | From €205 to €300+ | From €820 to €1200+ | From €10,660 to €15,600+ |
| Private health insurance | From €2.5 to €5 | From €10 to €20 | From €130 to €260 |
| Public transportation pass | €10 | €40 | €520 |
| Groceries | From €62 to €75 | From €250 to €300 | From €3,250 to €3,900 |
| Mobile phone plan | From €0.5 to €3.75 | From €2 to €15 | From €26 to €195 |
| Leisure activities and daily expenses** | From €37 to €50 | From €150 to €200 | From €1,950 to €2,600 |
| Activity | Costs |
|---|---|
| Meal in a average restaurant | €22 |
| Meal at CIUP | CROUS €1 – €3.30; restaurantes €11 – €14 |
| Take away in a bakery (lunch menus, sandwiches…) | €9 – €14 |
| Coffee | €1.5 – €3 |
| Cinema ticket | €15 |
| Nightclub entry | €15 – €25 |
| Single metro ticket | €2 |
*Forward College has established a partnership with the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (CIUP), enabling our students to secure accommodations at CIUP—a facility typically reserved for graduate and postgraduate students. A reservation fee of €3,150 is required, which must be paid upfront during the summer before the second year, in addition to the monthly rent.
Please note that Forward College has no control over the room prices at the residences in CIUP, and they may be subject to change.
NB: You may use this tool to compare costs of living.
NB: Vegan options are rare and often expensive in Paris
Cost of living in Berlin
Let’s take a look at some of the costs you may have in your third year studying at Forward’s Berlin campus.
| Activities | Costs per week | Cost per month | Cost per academic year (52 weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student home* | From €137 to €300 | From €550 to €1200 | From €7,150 to €15,600 |
| Private health insurance | €30 | €120 | €1,560 |
| Public transport pass | €14.5 | €58 | €754 |
| Groceries | From €50 to €75 | From €200 to €300 | From €2,600 to €3,900 |
| Mobile Phone Plan | €2.50 | €10 | €130 |
| Leisure activities and daily expenses** | From €25 to €50 | From €100 to €200 | From €1,300 to €2,600 |
| Activity | Costs |
|---|---|
| Meal in a average restaurant | €18 |
| Take away in a bakery (lunch menus, sandwiches…) | €10 |
| Coffee | €3.50 |
| Cinema ticket | €12 |
| Nightclub entry | €15 |
| Single metro ticket | €3.80 |
* Please note that Forward College has no control over the room prices at our partner student residences, and they may be subject to change.
**Includes gym, nightlife, and other types of entertainment.
FAQ
Annual tuition fees at Forward College vary by programme type and student background:
LSE-directed programmes (awarded by University of London):
- Bachelor’s: €20,600 (EU/EEA/UK/Swiss) | €25,100 (other international students)
- Bachelor’s+: €23,400 (EU/EEA/UK/Swiss) | €27,900 (other international students)
- Double Bachelor’s: €27,830 (EU/EEA/UK/Swiss) | €32,330 (other international students)
Forward College Bachelor’s (designed and awarded by Forward College):
- Bachelor’s: €18,000 (EU/EEA/UK/Swiss) | €22,500 (other international students)
- Bachelor’s+: €21,800 (EU/EEA/UK/Swiss) | €26,300 (other international students)
- Double Bachelor’s: €25,700 (EU/EEA/UK/Swiss) | €30,200 (other international students)
Please note: Tuition fees apply to the year of entry. As students progress through the programme, tuition fees for subsequent years may increase by up to 5% annually.
Yes. To secure your place at Forward College, you are required to pay a 20% enrolment deposit when you accept your offer and enrol in the programme. This deposit confirms your place and is deducted from your first tuition fee instalment, meaning it does not represent an additional cost.
Yes. Forward College offers a payment schedule that includes an enrollment deposit followed by installments throughout the academic year, helping families spread the cost of tuition.
Tuition fees are paid in installments throughout the academic year. Students pay an initial deposit equal to 20% of the annual tuition fee, followed by three further instalments:
- Deposit (20%) – upon enrolment
- Installment 2 (40%) – 31 July 2026
- Installment 3 (20%) – 15 December 2026
- Installment 4 (20%) – 15 March 2027
This payment schedule helps families spread the cost of tuition over the academic year.
Students enrolling in a University of London programme pay a one-time UoL registration fee of approximately £60 (around €70).
There are no application fees.
Students from outside Europe should also budget for visa-related costs, which typically include the visa fee (approximately €90 per country), VFS service fees where applicable, health insurance, and costs for apostilled documents and translations. The total visa process can amount to a few hundred euros per country.
Living costs vary by city. Estimated annual costs per city are:
- Lisbon (Year 1): accommodation €9,8800–€13,520 + living expenses
- Paris (Year 2): accommodation €10,660–€15,600 + living expenses (note: a CIUP reservation fee of €2,706 is required upfront)
- Berlin (Year 3): accommodation €7,150–€15,600 + living expenses
Yes. Forward College partners with student residences in Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin to guarantee accommodation for all enrolled students.
No. Tuition fees and accommodation costs are separate. Forward College helps students secure housing through its partner residences in Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin, but accommodation fees are paid separately from tuition.
Yes. Forward College offers a 10% discount on Year 1 tuition fees for students who enrol before December 31st.
Tuition fees are not determined by the campus location. However, as students progress through the programme, tuition fees for subsequent years may increase by up to 5% annually. In addition, living costs vary significantly between Lisbon, Paris and Berlin.
EU citizens can use the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for free access to public healthcare in Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin. Non-EU students are required to obtain private health insurance. Estimated costs vary by city and can be found on the Tuition Fees & Living Costs page.
Yes. Students staying at the Cité Internationale Universitaire de Paris (CIUP) in Year 2 pay a €3,150 reservation fee. This fee is included in the tuition installment schedule, starting in June, while monthly accommodation rent is paid separately.
Some Forward College students choose to work part-time alongside their studies. However, your right to work depends on factors such as your nationality, visa type and the immigration regulations of the country where you will be studying.
If you are planning to work during your studies, we strongly recommend checking your eligibility and any restrictions on working hours before applying for your student visa. It is your responsibility to ensure that your visa permits employment and to comply with the relevant immigration regulations.
If you have any questions about visas or studying in your chosen campus country, our Admissions team will be happy to provide guidance.
