The fee structure and scholarship opportunities at Berhampur University are designed to make education accessible and affordable. For Basic B.Sc. Nursing, the yearly fee with hostel charges is INR 19,500, reduced by INR 5,000 for reserved categories. The total fees for a two-year program can reach up to INR 90,000, with admission fees typically around INR 15,000 for the first year and INR 1,500 for the second year. Exams incur additional costs, such as INR 750 per semester form fill-up and seminar fees of INR 3,000.

The university offers various scholarships, including state and national scholarships such as e-medhabruti, Prerana, and Gopabandhu, tailored for students from economically weaker sections or specific categories (SEBC/OBC/SC/ST/EBC). Students in reserved categories receive stipends, making education nearly free. Government schemes under the Odisha government, like the burti scholarship, provide additional financial support. Hostel fees are INR 1,000 per month, excluding canteen charges. For MBA programs, the total course fee is INR 60,000 over two years, excluding seminar and hostel accommodation fees, which can total around INR 15,000.

Scholarships and financial aid are available, but students are typically eligible for only one scholarship at a time. The cost of education is affordable, with numerous scholarships ensuring financial aid for eligible students, making it feasible for students from lower-income families to pursue higher education.