How to pay your fees

On this page you will find information about the different tuition fee payment types available to you as well as details of what you need to pay/do before you enrol.

Payments can be made via the quick links on this page or via our Online Payment Portal.

Your fee status

The cost of your course and the payment options available to you will depend on whether you have been assessed as being required to pay either the Home or International fee. 

Read our guide to understanding your fee status, to find out more.

Pre enrolment payment checklist

You must confirm how you intend to pay for your course before you enrol to study. Take a look at the payment options below and choose the payment type that works best for you.

Make sure you give yourself enough time to complete the payment setup in advance so you don't experience any delay to enrolling onto your Kingston University course.

Payment options

Home foundation students

Payment options for Home foundation students

You can choose to pay your tuition fee in one of the following ways:

Option 1: With a tuition fee loan

Most UK undergraduate students take out a tuition fee loan to cover their tuition fees. If you intend to pay with a tuition fee loan you must, before online enrolment:

Option 2: By self-funding

If you are not taking out a tuition fee loan you will need to fund your studies yourself. There are two ways you can do this. You can pay by:

Option 3: Through a sponsor

If an embassy or your employer are paying for all or part of your tuition fee we refer to them as your sponsor. You will need to notify us of this before online enrolment so we can invoice them for the appropriate amount. This can be done by completing a Sponsorship Agreement Form and uploading a copy to OSIS.

Home undergraduate students

Payment options for Home undergraduate students

You can choose to pay your tuition fee in one of the following ways:

Option 1: With a tuition fee loan

Most UK undergraduate students take out a tuition fee loan to cover their tuition fees. If you intend to pay with a tuition fee loan you must, before online enrolment:

Option 2: By self-funding

If you are not taking out a tuition fee loan you will need to fund your studies yourself. There are two ways you can do this. You can pay by:

Option 3: Through a sponsor

If an embassy or your employer are paying for all or part of your tuition fee we refer to them as your sponsor. You will need to notify us of this before online enrolment so we can invoice them for the appropriate amount. This can be done by completing a Sponsorship Agreement Form and uploading a copy to OSIS.

Home postgraduate students

Payment options for Home postgraduate students

You can choose to pay your tuition fee in one of the following ways:

Option 1: With a postgraduate loan

Most UK postgraduate students take out a Postgraduate Masters Loan to cover their tuition fees. You must apply for the loan before online enrolment, if you intend to pay your fees with a Postgraduate Masters Loan.

Unlike the undergraduate tuition fee loan, the postgraduate loan is paid directly to you in three instalments rather than being paid to the University. You will therefore need to arrange how you will pay us for your tuition fees. If you would like to pay your fees by instalments aligned to those dates please follow the instalment guidance below.

Option 2: By self-funding

If you are not taking out a tuition fee loan you will need to fund your studies yourself. There are two ways you can do this. You can pay by:

Option 3: Through a sponsor

If an embassy or your employer are paying for all or part of your tuition fee we refer to them as your sponsor. If you have a sponsor, you will need to notify us of this before online enrolment so we can invoice them for the appropriate amount. This can be done by completing a Sponsorship Agreement Form and uploading a copy to OSIS.

International undergraduate students

Payment options for International undergraduate students

You can choose to pay your tuition fee in one of the following ways:

Option 1: By self-funding

Single Payment - Pay your full fee in advance for the year before enrolment.

      • You can pay your tuition fees via Flywire, our international payment partner. It is a simple, secure, and quick way to make a payment in your local currency without incurring any additional merchant/service charges.
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      • Alternatively, you can pay using a UK-issued card via our Payment Portal
      • Both methods provide a simple and secure way of making payment in the currency of your choice.

Instalments - Pay a minimum of 50% of your fee in advance and the remainder by instalment:

If you choose to pay by instalment you must complete the following two-step process before online enrolment:

      • Step 1: Pay a minimum of 50% of your tuition fee for the year in advance using Flywire for international bank transfers, online payments, and international cards or via our Payment Portal using a UK issued card as detailed above.

Option 2: Through a sponsor

If an embassy or your employer are paying for all or part of your tuition fee we refer to them as your sponsor. You will need to notify us of this before online enrolment so we can invoice them for the appropriate amount. This can be done by completing a Sponsorship Agreement Form and uploading a copy to OSIS.

International postgraduate students

Payment options for International postgraduate students

All postgraduate taught (masters) applicants* (excluding Masters by Research MPhil/PhD) who require a Student Visa must pay a £5,000 non-refundable deposit before we can issue the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), which is treated as part of the first instalment of your tuition fee. The deposit must be paid within 21 working days of receiving the unconditional offer. Further details can be viewed on our fees for international students page.

You can choose to pay your remaining tuition fee in one of the following ways:

Option 1: By self-funding

Single Payment – Pay your full fee in advance for the year before enrolment

      • You can pay your tuition fees via Flywire, our International payment partner. It is a simple, secure, and quick way to make a payment in your local currency without incurring any additional merchant/service charges.
Image showing payment provider logos and the text saying hundreds of convenient payment methods including cards, bank transfer and e-wallets
      • Alternatively, you can pay using a UK-issued card via our Payment Portal.
      • Both methods provide a simple and secure way of making payment in the currency of your choice.

Instalments - Pay a minimum of 50% of your fee in advance and the remainder by instalment

If you choose to pay by instalment you must complete the following two-step process before online enrolment:

      • Step 1: Pay a minimum of 50% of your tuition fee for the year in advance using Flywire for international bank transfers, online payments, and international cards or via our Payment Portal using a UK issued card as detailed above.
      • Step 2: Set up a recurring card payment instruction (RCP) before online enrolment. This can be done using a UK or international issued card and authorises the University to take a further payment for your remaining fee on the agreed date.

Option 2: Through a sponsor

If an embassy or your employer are paying for all or part of your tuition fee we refer to them as your sponsor. You will need to notify us of this before online enrolment so we can invoice them for the appropriate amount. This can be done by completing a Sponsorship Agreement Form and uploading a copy to OSIS.

Methods of payment

More information on the various payment methods offered by Kingston University can be viewed below:

Undergraduate loan

If you have applied for an undergraduate tuition fee loan from Student Finance England, please check your payment schedule from the Student Loan Company to confirm that you have been awarded the correct amount and that Kingston University is listed as the university or college to be paid as an incorrect loan could delay your enrolment.

If you have any queries regarding your undergraduate tuition fee loan from Student Finance England please contact them on 0300 100 0607 or visit the Student Finance England website.

For the undergraduate loan, The Student Loan Company will automatically pay the tuition fees on your behalf directly to Kingston University, on the dates specified on the payment schedule.

Postgraduate loan

Most UK postgraduate students take out a Postgraduate Masters Loan to cover their tuition fees. If you are intending to do the same you should have already applied by now but if you have still not done so, complete your application now.

Unlike the undergraduate tuition fee loan, the postgraduate loan is paid directly to you in three instalments rather than being paid to the University. You will therefore need to arrange how you will pay us for your tuition fees.

If you would like to pay your fees by instalments aligned to those dates please follow the instalment guidance below.

Instalments


Please use the pre enrolment checklist to find out if you can pay your fee type by instalments.

Accommodation and tuition fees can only be paid by instalment if you have a valid Recurring Card Payment (RCP) set up with the University. If you wish to pay by this method a separate instruction must be set up for each of these fee types before your enrolment can be completed.

If you intend to pay your fees by instalment this will need to be set up before you can complete your enrolment by visiting our secure site, and can be completed using either a UK or International issued card.

Payment via RCP enables you to spread your payments in line with the University's instalment plan, and there is no charge for paying in this way.

You will receive an email confirmation once your RCP instruction has been accepted and this will be sent to the email address you specify at the time. If you do not receive your confirmation you should contact the Accounts Receivable team to ensure that your instruction has been received.

Remember: An RCP instruction must be in place at least five days prior to the instalment date for us to collect the payment. Ensure you have enough money in your account on the due dates, otherwise your bank or card issuer may make a charge to your account for every default.

It is your responsibility to check that your RCP instruction has been activated. If you wish to cancel your instruction all you are doing is removing the option to pay by instalments. You will then be required to pay the outstanding balance in full immediately.

Online Card Payment


Make a card payment

The most convenient way to pay your fees is by using the University's secure payment website.

You can pay using the following cards:

  • Delta
  • Maestro
  • Mastercard
  • Solo
  • Visa
  • Visa Electron
  • American Express

If you are unable to access the internet and you are the authorised cardholder, the University will be able to take a payment over the phone if you call +44 (0)20 8417 3333.

International bank transfer and online payment

Kingston University has partnered with Flywire to accept payments from international students worldwide. Easily and securely make payments in your own currency, using local payment methods from the safety and convenience of your home. With real-time tracking and around-the-clock multilingual support, millions of students and families around the world trust Flywire for payment processing, which is why they are the University's chosen payment partner.

Benefits for You

  • Students, parents and sponsors can use either of these platforms to pay deposits, tuition fees, accommodation fees and more.
  • Convenient payment options from over 240 countries and territories, in more than 140+ currencies.
  • Avoid fees and exchange charges from your bank by using local payment methods, including bank transfers, credit cards, e-wallets and more.
  • Track your payment in real-time and receive updates through email, in-app or text.
  • Flywire's internal controls ensure that your funds are secure and protected against fraud.
  • Benefit from a Best Price Guarantee: if you find a better exchange rate at your bank within two hours of booking a local currency bank transfer with Flywire and send them a quote from your bank, they will match it.

Connect below with the Flywire platform to make a quick, simple and competitively priced international payment to the University:

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Find out more about Flywire

Flywire provides a simple payment journey for all its users and a video guiding you through the process can be viewed below. You can also find details of their support team, which available to assist you 24/7 if required.

US Federal Direct and/or PLUS Loan

If you are funding your course using a Federal Direct Subsidised/Unsubsidised and/or PLUS loan, please contact the Financial Aid Office for information about payment of tuition fees.

Contact the Financial Aid Office (studentfunding@kingston.ac.uk)

Sponsorship

If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees, the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

Before you enrol, we must receive notification of sponsorship, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

If you are sponsored by a company or organisation we will require notification of this to be provided via a completed tuition fees sponsorship agreement form (PDF).

We do however understand that there are some embassies that will only provide notification by letter and in those instances this will be accepted as an alternate to the sponsor form provided it is on the embassy's headed paper, is signed by an authorised officer and contains the following information:

  • The student's (your) full name (and University ID number if known).
  • The amount (or percentage) of tuition fees the sponsor wishes to pay on your behalf for this academic year.
  • The name of the person to whom the invoice must be addressed and the address where the invoice should be sent.
  • The reference number (or purchase order number) to be quoted (if applicable).
  • A valid email address for any overseas sponsor.

See our example sponsor letter (PDF).

Sponsorship forms

Before enrolment to Kingston University, you must upload your completed sponsor form or letter on OSIS.

Please note:

  • The University reserves the right to reject a sponsor.
  • The University may conduct credit checks in full upon the sponsor.
  • Notification of sponsorship is required for each academic year of study.
  • Payment by a sponsor is due on receipt of invoice; there is no instalment option for sponsor payments.

Remember: It remains your responsibility to ensure that the Accounts Receivable team has received notification of your sponsorship. The University will not be able to invoice your sponsor until we have received notification from them with all the relevant information.

If you are an international (non-EU) student and your sponsor is not paying your full tuition fee, you will be responsible for paying 50% of the full tuition fee amount in cleared funds before you can complete your enrolment.

If your sponsor fails to pay on receipt of invoice, or they withdraw their support at any point in the year, then you will be responsible for any outstanding fees at that point and the University will hold you liable for that amount. You will also be subject to the University's debt recovery procedures.

Contact us

Who to contact about fees and finance

Fee payments

The Accounts Receivable Team is part of the University's Finance Department and is responsible for the collection of fees.

The Income Team is also part of the University's Finance Department and is responsible for invoicing of fees.

Contact us by

Financial help and advice

The Student Funds Team administers a number of hardship funds.

Student life advisers are available to give advice and guidance on living on a budget, student finance queries, banking and dealing with debt.

Kingston University
John Galsworthy Building
Penrhyn Road
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 2EE
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7312

Student Funds Team
Tel: +44 (0)20 8417 7315

Fees, funding and payments

Understanding your fee status

Undergraduate fees

Postgraduate fees

Research degree fees

Short course fees

How to pay your fees

When to pay your fees

Payment portal

Withdrawing from a course