When shopping for a study
abroad program, look at how much bang you are getting for your
buck. Do not simply choose a program because the fee seems low.
Look at what is included in the fee, and better yet, what is not
included and how much additional money you would need to spend.
The total cost of a study abroad experience is never the program
fee advertised on the brochure.
Make copies of the following Budget Form to determine
the total cost of studying abroad on two or more programs. If
many items are included in the program fee, then plug the program
fee under tuition and write the word "included" on the
lines of the items that fall under this fee. Be sure to find figures
for everything. Then add the lines together for a total.
