CU Global Start: London

Estimate of Additional Expenses

Fee Type Amount Notes
Books $130 The average cost of books and supplies for a typical student for the semester.
Personal $2,395 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.
Meals $2,290 This estimate is based on the cost of meals prepared by the student in the residence facilities provided.
Local Travel $880 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 $6,695 These estimates intend to assist students in budgeting for their experience abroad. Actual amounts will vary depending on individual spending habits. Exchange rate of USD 1.30 to GBP 1.00 was used in determining the above estimates.
Potential Additional Fee
$325 Students enrolled in the London Stage in Text and Performance will be charged a supplemental fee for the cost of theatre tickets.
Student Visa $200-$800 For students studying in the UK for 6 months or less who are required to apply for a standard visitor visa before arrival based on their country of citizenship, the visa fee is £115. An expedited visa application is an additional $650 USD (estimated). Students not requiring expedited service should budget an estimated $50 in shipping. Visa costs are subject to change.