Programs : Budget Sheet
The following listing represents the Spring Budget Sheet for Wales: Semester at Swansea University.
Spring Budget Sheet for Wales: Semester at Swansea University
| Budget Item | Undergrad (In State) | Undergrad (Out of State) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Study Abroad Center Fee * | $275.00 | $275.00 | ||
| Study Abroad Administrative Fee * | $50.00 | $50.00 | ||
| Host Institution Tuition and Fees * | $8,800.00 | $8,800.00 | ||
| Intl Insurance and Travel Assist (billable) * | $200.00 | $200.00 | ||
| Billable subtotal: | $9,325.00 | $9,325.00 | ||
| Books and Supplies | $250.00 | $250.00 | ||
| Housing | $4,000.00 | $4,000.00 | ||
| Food | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | ||
| Anticipated Personal Expenses | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 | ||
| Passport and Mailing | $165.00 | $165.00 | ||
| Airfare | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 | ||
| Non-billable subtotal: | $8,815.00 | $8,815.00 | ||
| Total: | $18,140.00 | $18,140.00 | ||
| Notes: | ||||
This Spring 2022 budget is an estimate only. Actual amounts will vary from student to student. Questions related to this budget should be directed to Ben McKelfresh - bmckel@iastate.edu
Billable subtotal costs will be processed through your ISU U-Bill.
Non-billable subtotal are estimated expenses that you will pay directly, out of pocket. These costs may vary depending on currency exchange rate and other factors.
Some examples of items in Anticipated Personal Expenses: SIM card and phone data plan, laundry, toiletries, entertainment, taxi/Uber rides. Personal trips to other cities or countries during weekends or breaks are not included in Anticipated Personal Expenses. To give you an idea, students can choose to spend anywhere from $1,000-$3,000 or more on additional travel while abroad.
If a student withdraws after committing to a program, there could be withdrawal fees.
Regarding housing costs: The above housing cost estimate for the spring semester is $4000. Please note that Swansea will give students three housing options to choose from, each with different costs.
Visa: Students holding a US passport will not need a visa to study at Edinburgh for one semester unless they intend to work, intern, or volunteer. Visas for staying more than 6 months, working, interning, or volunteering cost approx. $500 in total fees. If you are not a US passport holder or may need a visa due to staying more than 6 months, working, interning, or volunteering, please email Ben McKelfresh (email address above).
If you are attending Swansea University as an exchange student, your budget will look as follows:
Tuition: $4162 – unless you pay differential tuition, then insert that figure
ISU Fees: $654.95
Study Abroad Admin Fees: $325
Insurance: $200.00
Items above are billed to your U-Bill.
Items below are paid directly by student/not through the U-Bill.
Books: $250.00
Housing: $4000.00
Food: $2000.00
Personal: $1200.00
Passport: $175.00
Airfare: $1200.00
Total: $14,166.95
Last updated: 10/21/21
Billable subtotal costs will be processed through your ISU U-Bill.
Non-billable subtotal are estimated expenses that you will pay directly, out of pocket. These costs may vary depending on currency exchange rate and other factors.
Some examples of items in Anticipated Personal Expenses: SIM card and phone data plan, laundry, toiletries, entertainment, taxi/Uber rides. Personal trips to other cities or countries during weekends or breaks are not included in Anticipated Personal Expenses. To give you an idea, students can choose to spend anywhere from $1,000-$3,000 or more on additional travel while abroad.
If a student withdraws after committing to a program, there could be withdrawal fees.
Regarding housing costs: The above housing cost estimate for the spring semester is $4000. Please note that Swansea will give students three housing options to choose from, each with different costs.
Visa: Students holding a US passport will not need a visa to study at Edinburgh for one semester unless they intend to work, intern, or volunteer. Visas for staying more than 6 months, working, interning, or volunteering cost approx. $500 in total fees. If you are not a US passport holder or may need a visa due to staying more than 6 months, working, interning, or volunteering, please email Ben McKelfresh (email address above).
If you are attending Swansea University as an exchange student, your budget will look as follows:
Tuition: $4162 – unless you pay differential tuition, then insert that figure
ISU Fees: $654.95
Study Abroad Admin Fees: $325
Insurance: $200.00
Items above are billed to your U-Bill.
Items below are paid directly by student/not through the U-Bill.
Books: $250.00
Housing: $4000.00
Food: $2000.00
Personal: $1200.00
Passport: $175.00
Airfare: $1200.00
Total: $14,166.95
Last updated: 10/21/21
| * Billable item |