Annual Tuition fees for entry in September 2026
Our tuition fees are made up of a number of different components and are determined by your nationality, country of residence and programme of study.
European Students
For students resident in the European Union, EEA and UK
Acting
Dance
Musical Theatre
Additional Annual Fees*
*Non-refundable
Registration Fee
€500
Health Clinic Membership
€80
Foundation
ANNUAL TUITION FEES
Additional annual fees:
- €500 – Non-refundable registration fee
- €80 – IAB Health Clinic membership
Contemporary Dance
Commercial Dance
Additional Annual Fees*
*Non-refundable
Registration Fee
€500
Health Clinic Membership
€80
BA (Hons)
ANNUAL TUITION FEES
Additional annual fees:
- €500 – Non-refundable registration fee
- €80 – IAB Health Clinic membership
Acting
Musical Theatre
Additional Annual Fees*
*Non-refundable
Registration Fee
€500
Health Clinic Membership
€80
BA (Hons)
ANNUAL TUITION FEES
Additional annual fees:
- €500 – Non-refundable registration fee
- €80 – IAB Health Clinic membership
International students
For students not resident in the European Union, EEA and UK
Acting
Dance
Musical Theatre
Additional Annual Fees*
*Non-refundable
Registration Fee
€500
Health Clinic Membership
€80
Foundation
ANNUAL TUITION FEES
Additional annual fees:
- €500 – Non-refundable registration fee
- €80 – IAB Health Clinic membership
Contemporary Dance
Commercial Dance
Additional Annual Fees*
*Non-refundable
Registration Fee
€500
Health Clinic Membership
€80
BA (Hons)
ANNUAL TUITION FEES
Additional annual fees:
- €500 – Non-refundable registration fee
- €80 – IAB Health Clinic membership
Acting
Musical Theatre
Additional Annual Fees*
*Non-refundable
Registration Fee
€500
Health Clinic Membership
€80
BA (Hons)
ANNUAL TUITION FEES
Additional annual fees:
- €500 – Non-refundable registration fee
- €80 – IAB Health Clinic membership
what determines my tuition fee?
To determine whether you qualify for the EU/EEA/UK Tuition Fee category, the below criteria are used. You need to:
- Have lived in the EU/EEA/UK for three years prior to your application.
- Be a citizen or hold a residence certificate/card for the EU/EEA/UK for at least three years.
- Have not been living in the EU/EEA/UK solely for the purpose of receiving full time education.
What are the payment options for the tuition fee balance?
The Tuition Fee balance can be made in one payment or three payments on given dates within the academic year.
What is the deadline for the tuition fee payment?
All applicants are required to make a Tuition Fee payment before starting their course. Deadlines for Tuition Fee payments are given in the Offer Letters.
Are Payments made directly to the IAB?
Tuition Fees are paid directly to the Institute of the Arts Barcelona.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The IAB is an independent organisation operating entirely without public funding. All students are required to pay Tuition Fees irrespective of age or background.
Important note:
Each student is responsible for the payment of their Tuition Fees and should not enrol on the programme unless appropriate funding is already in place.
As we are a private and small institution, financial support will be granted in a very few cases. All applicants must first apply and receive an offer to the programme, before they can be considered for financial support.
Applicants are strongly advised to consider how they will fund their Tuition Fees and living costs before applying to the IAB.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The IAB offers a limited number of scholarships each year. These are awarded to new students only and may be awarded for any of the IAB’s programmes. Scholarships will be offered to students identified by the faculty as having the potential to make a significant contribution to the development of the performing arts. If awarded, this constitutes a small reduction of your Tuition Fees.
You therefore cannot apply for a scholarship.
FINANCIAl aid
Financial aid is a grant towards your Tuition Fees. If awarded, this constitutes a small reduction of your Tuition Fees.
The financial aid application form must be submitted before the Registration Fee is paid. Applications must be accompanied by supplementary evidence.
other funding options
You are advised to search within your own home country for scholarships which could support you to attend the IAB.
You could also look into a private loan with a bank of your choice.
Country specific information
SPAIN
Spanish residents, earning within Spain, are able to obtain a loan from bank Sabadell for IAB Tuition Fees.
Sweden, finland, iceland, norway
Students from here can obtain student loans from their respective countries to study BA (Hons) programmes at the IAB.
Funding cannot be obtained for the Foundation programmes.
The Netherlands
Students from the Netherlands can access a maintenance loan through the Office of Education (Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs) to assist with living costs. If the degree is completed, the loan does not have to be repaid. If the degree is not completed, the loan has to be fully reimbursed.
USA
It is not possible to use Federal Aid to study at the IAB.
UNITED KINGDOM
Students from the UK are not able to obtain a student loan from the UK Government to study at the IAB, as the IAB is located internationally.
BELGIUM
Students from Belgium studying on the BA programmes, may be eligible for study grants, depending upon economic circumstances.
Frequently asked questions
Does the IAB offer full scholarships?
No, if you are granted a scholarship it will only be a reduction of your tuition fees.
How much financial aid could I be awarded?
Each financial aid application is reviewed by a panel and awards are made on an individual basis. They constitute a small reduction to tuition fees.
What are the tuition fees?
Tuition fees vary depending on the programme and your residency status. Full details of current tuition fees can be found on the Fees & Scholarships page.
More information: https://www.iabarcelona.com/fees-and-scholarships/
Are tuition fees charged annually or for the full programme?
Tuition fees are charged annually. Students pay tuition fees for each academic year of study. Tuition fees can be paid as one payment or instalments as detailed in the financial information provided for successful applicants. More information: https://www.iabarcelona.com/fees-and-scholarships/
Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes. IAB offers a limited number of scholarships and financial aid awards each year for new students. Scholarships are awarded to applicants identified by the faculty as having the potential to make a significant contribution to the performing arts and cannot be applied for directly. Scholarships provide a small reduction in tuition fees.Financial aid is available to eligible applicants and provides a small reduction in tuition fees. To be considered, you must submit a financial aid application, along with the required supporting documents, before paying the Registration Fee. More information: Please visit our Fees & Scholarships page.
Frequently asked questions
No, if you are granted a scholarship it will only be a reduction of your tuition fees.
Each financial aid application is reviewed by a panel and awards are made on an individual basis. They constitute a small reduction to tuition fees.