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Academic Year (Fall and Spring)

×ÔοÊÓƵ University is committed to ensuring that study abroad is accessible and affordable for all students. Students remain enrolled full-time at ×ÔοÊÓƵ while studying abroad, earning credit toward their ×ÔοÊÓƵ degree and remaining eligible for ×ÔοÊÓƵ need-based and merit-based financial aid. Since students are enrolled at ×ÔοÊÓƵ University while studying abroad, they pay VU tuition for participation in a ×ÔοÊÓƵ-administered or ×ÔοÊÓƵ-affiliated program.

×ÔοÊÓƵ tuition covers the academic costs of the program abroad, except in rare cases where the program’s academic costs exceed VU tuition.*ÌýStudents will also pay all non-academic costs, including room and board. Wherever possible, ×ÔοÊÓƵ facilitates payment of non-academic costs by charging them as a Program Fee. This allows students to pay according to the familiar ×ÔοÊÓƵ schedule and ensures that their financial aid is utilized for payment. In cases where ×ÔοÊÓƵ is unable to process non-academic fees–such as most exchange programs–students will pay their host institution or organization directly.

Beginning in Fall 2023, the cost of ×ÔοÊÓƵ's mandatory international health insurance plan will be included in the program fee. ×ÔοÊÓƵ University’s health insurance plan is comprehensive and includes coverage for mandatory evacuation, preexisting conditions, and mental health and substance abuse treatment. This insurance policy is required for all participants and cannot be waived.

To help students plan their time abroad, the Study Abroad website will provide  that outline the estimated costs for study abroad. Program Budget Sheets outline costs paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ University, costs paid to host organizations through ×ÔοÊÓƵ, and costs paid directly by the student to hosts and third parties.

Note: On-campus fees including the Student Health Fee, the Student Services Fee, meal plans, and housing are waived or do not apply to students studying abroad.

*ÌýA small number of the study abroad opportunities available have academic costs that exceed the cost of ×ÔοÊÓƵ tuition. The balance of academic costs exceeding VU tuition will be billed as part of the Program Fee.

Summer/Maymester

Students studying abroad in the summer term will pay ×ÔοÊÓƵ tuition (charged per credit hour) and, in some cases, a program fee. Beginning in Summer 2024, the cost of ×ÔοÊÓƵ's mandatory international health insurance plan will be included in the program fee. See for the most recent fees and estimated additional costs for summer programs, or the College of Arts & Science's Summer Sessions site for Maymester programs.

Note: On-campus fees including the Student Health Fee and the Student Services Fee are waived for students studying abroad in the summer.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

During the academic year, ×ÔοÊÓƵ University meets students’ full financial need (as determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships) regardless of whether they study on campus or away. If the total estimated cost of a study abroad program exceeds the cost of a comparable term at ×ÔοÊÓƵ, the financial aid package can be increased to cover the difference. Please contact the  to discuss your financial plan.

Students are encouraged to consult with their financial aid officer about financial aid for summer programs. ×ÔοÊÓƵ financial aid is generally not available for summer study abroad programs or Maymester courses, except in the rare situation in which a student is required by their college to participate in the course, or if a student will be able to graduate early by participating in the course. For students earning 6 credits or more, Federal student loans, parent loans (Federal PLUS Loan) or student alternative loans may be an option. Students should reach out to their financial aid officer for guidance. More information can be found in the Office of Student Financial Aid's FAQ.

Study Abroad encourages students to apply for supplemental funding for study abroad. Study Abroad hosts a  which draws on the generosity of donors as well as the Office of the Provost to make funds available for Maymester and summer study. External scholarships for academic-year and summer study can be found here.

Billing

Students are billed for ×ÔοÊÓƵ Tuition and Program Fee by ×ÔοÊÓƵ . Student Accounts will send bills to the same billing contacts and according to the same procedure and timeline as for a term on campus. Students utilizing a payment plan may want to consider adjusting payments due to differences in cost.