Cost

The cost of a study abroad semester is comparable to current education costs in the US, where an average semester at a public university costs $11,413. The approximate cost per semester to study abroad varies between $7,000 and $17,000 according to which university is chosen. See the example budgets listed below, showing the cost comparison between a university in the United States and a semester abroad in Chile.

The cost of your semester overseas will be determined by your university’s program in that country. If you would like to serve in a country where your university does not have a program, Globalscope staff can help you enroll independently in the university overseas. You may email Globalscope for help with enrollment and cost questions (exchange@cmfi.org). The only fee associated with our program is a $200 deposit.

Sample of costs for a semester in a US university

Item	Cost (In-State)	Cost (Out-of-State)
Tuition	$4,129	$13,781
Fees	$1,200	$1,200
Books	$600	$600
Housing	$4,063	$4,063
Meals	$1,500	$1,500
Parking	$352	$352
Gas	$400	$400
Cell Phone	$350	$350
Total	$12,594	$22,246

Sample of costs for a semester in a Chilean university

Item	Cost
Tuition	$3,600
Fees	$300
Books	$50
Housing	$2,000
Meals	$1,025
Transportation	$400
Airfare	$1,500
Cell Phone	$125
Pre-departure Costs	$645
Total	$9,645

It is important to consult with your university’s study abroad office for any information on financial aid or scholarships that may be given to study abroad students.