Cost of Study Abroad

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Overview

As with any investment, you should aim to understand the costs of study abroad. This means researching the cost of attendance, which refers to the total of all expenses associated with study abroad including tuition, fees, accommodations, and travel expenses. Remember that costs vary greatly among programs depending on the program type, location, and length. The tables below demonstrate how fees are charged across program type.

It is also a good practice to compare the cost of attendance for studying abroad to the cost of attendance at UMD; in many cases, studying abroad can be just as affordable! You can use the cost of attendance comparison worksheet (separate worksheet for BMGT, CMSC and ENGR majors here) to view how study abroad programs compare to each other and the amount you pay on campus at UMD. As always, your EA advisor is available help you complete this worksheet and find affordable programs that fit your study abroad goals.

As you explore programs and compare costs, use the menu on the right to determine how scholarships and financial aid apply to study abroad and to find out what additional scholarships and grants are available to you.

Compare your cost of attendance at UMD to the cost of attendance for study abroad.

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Exchange Costs (see more on Exchanges)

Charged to your UMD account	Out of Pocket Costs
UMD Tuition (in- or out-of-state) Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program. 2021-22: $1,200 UMD International Health and Security Insurance	Application Fee: $50 Round Trip Airfare Passport and student visa, entry fees Room and board Books and class materials Local ground transportation Personal expenses: entertainment, travel, etc.

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Maryland Semester and Destination Program Costs (see more on Maryland Semester programs and Destination programs)

Program Fee - Charged to your UMD account	Out of Pocket Costs
Program Fee total amount varies across program and is listed on each program brochure page. The fee covers the following expenses: $1,200 Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program. Tuition: academic instruction, attempted credit and course related activities Pre-departure and on-site orientation On-site student support services Guaranteed housing placement or full accommodations UMD International Health and Security Insurance The program fee may also include some materials, meals and additional co-curricular activities. Details will be specified on the program website cost sheet.	Costs vary depending on the program destination and may need to be paid before financial aid disburses. Application Fee: $50 Round Trip Airfare to program destination Passport, student visa and associated costs Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee (eg, if you elect to do optional independent travel) Books and class materials Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

Program Fee - Charged to your UMD account

Out of Pocket Costs

Program Fee total amount varies across program and is listed on each program brochure page. The fee covers the following expenses:

$1,200 Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program.
Tuition: academic instruction, attempted credit and course related activities
Pre-departure and on-site orientation
On-site student support services
Guaranteed housing placement or full accommodations
UMD International Health and Security Insurance
The program fee may also include some materials, meals and additional co-curricular activities. Details will be specified on the program website cost sheet.

Costs vary depending on the program destination and may need to be paid before financial aid disburses.

Application Fee: $50
Round Trip Airfare to program destination
Passport, student visa and associated costs
Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee (eg, if you elect to do optional independent travel)
Books and class materials
Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

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Maryland Short-term and Terrapin Take Off Costs (see more on Maryland Short-term programs and Terrapin Take Off programs)

Program Fee - Charged to your UMD account	Out of Pocket Costs
Program Fee total amount varies across program and is listed on each program brochure page. The fee covers the following expenses: $500 Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program. Tuition: academic instruction, attempted credit and course related activities Pre-departure and on-site orientation costs On-site student support services Lodging for the duration of the program UMD International Health and Security Insurance The program fee may also include some materials, meals and additional co-curricular activities. Details will be specified on the program website cost sheet.	These costs vary depending on the program destination and may need to be paid before financial aid disburses. Application Fee: $50 Round Trip Airfare to program destination Passport, student visa and associated costs Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee (eg, if you elect to do optional independent travel) Books and class materials Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

Program Fee - Charged to your UMD account

Out of Pocket Costs

Program Fee total amount varies across program and is listed on each program brochure page. The fee covers the following expenses:

$500 Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program.
Tuition: academic instruction, attempted credit and course related activities
Pre-departure and on-site orientation costs
On-site student support services
Lodging for the duration of the program
UMD International Health and Security Insurance
The program fee may also include some materials, meals and additional co-curricular activities. Details will be specified on the program website cost sheet.

These costs vary depending on the program destination and may need to be paid before financial aid disburses.

Application Fee: $50
Round Trip Airfare to program destination
Passport, student visa and associated costs
Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee (eg, if you elect to do optional independent travel)
Books and class materials
Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

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Affiliate Program Costs (see more on Affiliate Programs)

Charged to your UMD account	Out of Pocket Costs
Program Fee UMD Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program. $1,200 semester or academic year $500 for summer or winter term UMD International Health and Security Insurance Exception: IES Abroad participants are enrolled in and charged for the provider’s insurance plan instead of the UMD plan	You will also be responsible for paying certain costs that are not covered within UMD fees. These costs vary depending on the program destination and may need to be paid before financial aid disburses. UMD Application Fee: $50 Provider/Host University Application Fee (if applicable) Program Deposit (if paid directly to the provider) Round Trip Airfare to program destination Passport, student visa and associated costs Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee Books and class materials Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

Charged to your UMD account

Out of Pocket Costs

Program Fee
UMD Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program.
- $1,200 semester or academic year
- $500 for summer or winter term
UMD International Health and Security Insurance Exception: IES Abroad participants are enrolled in and charged for the provider’s insurance plan instead of the UMD plan

You will also be responsible for paying certain costs that are not covered within UMD fees. These costs vary depending on the program destination and may need to be paid before financial aid disburses.

UMD Application Fee: $50
Provider/Host University Application Fee (if applicable)
Program Deposit (if paid directly to the provider)
Round Trip Airfare to program destination
Passport, student visa and associated costs
Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee
Books and class materials
Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

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Other Approved Program Costs (see more on Other Approved Programs)

Charged to your UMD account	Out of Pocket Costs
UMD Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program. $1,200 semester or academic year $500 for summer or winter term UMD International Health and Security Insurance	UMD Application Fee: $50 Provider/Host University Application Fee (if applicable) Program Deposit (paid directly to the provider) Host University Tuition and fees (paid directly to the host university) Study Abroad Provider Program Fees – (paid directly to the study abroad program provider) These may include some or all of the following: Tuition and other academic costs On-Site Student Services Pre-departure and on-site orientation costs Lodging costs for the duration of the program Some group meals and additional co-curricular activities Assistance with student visa application process Round Trip Airfare to program destination Passport, student visa and associated costs Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee Books and class materials Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

Charged to your UMD account

Out of Pocket Costs

UMD Education Abroad Fee: charged to your student account within 1-2 weeks upon commitment to the program.
- $1,200 semester or academic year
- $500 for summer or winter term
UMD International Health and Security Insurance

UMD Application Fee: $50
Provider/Host University Application Fee (if applicable)
Program Deposit (paid directly to the provider)
Host University Tuition and fees (paid directly to the host university)
Study Abroad Provider Program Fees – (paid directly to the study abroad program provider) These may include some or all of the following:
- Tuition and other academic costs
- On-Site Student Services
- Pre-departure and on-site orientation costs
- Lodging costs for the duration of the program
- Some group meals and additional co-curricular activities
- Assistance with student visa application process
Round Trip Airfare to program destination
Passport, student visa and associated costs
Lodging, meals, transportation and activities not included in program fee
Books and class materials
Personal expenses: entertainment, travel not related to the program, etc.

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Cost of Study Abroad