Books |
$70 |
The average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for the semester. |
Meals |
$575 |
This estimate is based on the additional cost of occasional meals outside the homestay or self-catered apartment. Students in apartment accommodations will be due a credit of $1,500 which can be used towards their meal costs. |
Personal |
$1,835 |
This budget item is meant to cover general expenses of daily life. Our estimated cost typically includes toiletries, snacks, cell phones, limited entertainment activities, and other miscellaneous expenses. This includes an estimated $300 for out-of-pocket medical expenses. |
Student Visa |
$160 |
The visa processing fee for the National Visa is $160 and will be applied to your student bill if you choose to apply for your visa with Arcadia (strongly encouraged). If you are applying for a visa on your own, you will need to pay this fee using a money order. All students should also budget an additional $50 in estimated shipping costs. Visa costs are subject to change. |
Local Travel |
$290 |
Estimated travel costs from the student residence to the instruction site throughout the course of the program. |
Program Travel |
$1,000 |
The program fee does not include the cost of traveling to and from the program location. The estimated cost of airfare is based on the average cost of travel from the US to the program. Cost will vary depending on time of purchase, point of origin and dates of travel. |
Total Estimate of Additional Expenses |
$3,930 |
These estimates are intended to assist students in budgeting for their experience abroad. Actual amounts will vary depending on individual spending habits. Exchange rate of USD 1.13 to EUR 1.00 was used in determining the above estimates. |