Lahore University Announces 100% Fee Waiver
Lahore University Announces 100% Fee Waiver: Government College University (GCU) Lahore has announced a full tuition fee waiver for students with physical disabilities the decision was taken during the university 72nd Syndicate meeting, chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Muhammad Omer Chaudhry this move reflects the university’s commitment to inclusivity and providing equal educational opportunities to students with special needs.
The fee waiver is part of a broader set of reforms approved in the meeting, which also included new academic programs and various welfare initiatives for students and staff Officials emphasized that these steps aim to make GCU Lahore a more accessible and student-friendly institution while promoting quality education for all.
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| No. | University | Initiative | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GCU Lahore | Fee Waiver | 100% tuition fee waiver for students with physical disabilities |
| 2 | GCU Lahore | New Academic Programs | 3 PhD, 6 MS/MPhil, and 5 BS programs including AI and Criminology |
| 3 | GCU Lahore | Staff and Faculty Welfare | Health insurance, pay increments, extra-hour compensation |
| 4 | GCU Lahore | Student Support | Reduced PhD fees, daycare access, and sports facility access |
| 5 | GCU Lahore | Budget and Expansion | Rs. 3.25 billion budget, new diploma/certificate programs, summer workshops |
New Academic Programs Introduced by GCU Lahore
During the same Syndicate meeting, GCU Lahore approved three new PhD programs, six MS/MPhil programs, and five new BS degrees including BS Computational Statistics and BS Criminology. These programs aim to meet both academic and industry demands while providing students with modern career-oriented courses.
The university also introduced specialized programs like BS and PhD in Molecular Biology, PhD in Accounting and Finance, MPhil in Genetics, MS in English Linguistics, MS and PhD in Pharmacology, MS in Artificial Intelligence, BS in Library and Information Sciences, MPhil in Peace and Conflict Studies, and BS in Public Administration. Additionally, corporate members were included in Boards of Studies to enhance collaboration between academia and industry.
Key Fee Waiver Details for Disabled Students
- 100% tuition fee waiver for students with physical disabilities
- Applicable from the academic session 2025–26
- Covers both undergraduate and postgraduate programs
- Part of the university’s broader student welfare and inclusion policies
- Implemented alongside other academic reforms
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Student and Staff Welfare Initiatives at GCU
The Syndicate approved several welfare measures for faculty, staff, and students. Health insurance policies were introduced, pending increments for TTS faculty were cleared, and summer semester pay was increased from Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 50,000. Visiting faculty and administrative staff in scales 1–16 will also receive enhanced compensation for extra hours and weekend work.
Other measures include reduced PhD fees for university employees, lower fees for overseas students, expanded access to daycare, and new policies to open sports facilities like gyms and swimming pools to external members. These initiatives aim to improve overall staff and student well-being while fostering a more supportive learning environment.
Other Key Initiatives and Academic Expansion
- Rs. 3.25 billion budget approved for 2025–26 for student support, faculty welfare, and academic expansion
- New diploma and certificate programs in income tax law, banking law, forensic law, and criminology
- Short summer workshops in arts, languages, debate, and theatre for extracurricular development
- Increased seats for students from OIC member countries
- Focus on international student admissions and academic excellence
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