Program Budget Sheets
Academic Year in Freiburg
Budget Sheet for Spring 2020
Total Estimated Cost to Study Abroad: $35,365
Cost to remain at Vanderbilt: $36,574
The estimated total cost includes all aspects of the study abroad experience. Tuition, housing, meals, airfare, visa fees, books/supplies, local transportation, and personal expenses are included in this estimate. These fees may be paid to Vanderbilt or to third parties; see the estimates for each of these categories below.
This program is estimated to cost $1,209 less than a semester on campus at Vanderbilt.Fees Paid to Vanderbilt University
Students pay Vanderbilt tuition for each term abroad (read more). Fees paid to Vanderbilt University will be typically be billed according to the Office of Student Account's regular schedule for the term. Any Vanderbilt financial aid you normally receive will be automatically applied to your account, as it is when you are on campus (except for work study, which cannot be used abroad).
| Tuition | $25,400 |
| Program Fee | $0 |
| Administrative Fee | $250 |
| Total Paid to Vanderbilt | $25,650 |
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Estimated Out of Pocket Costs
These are the fees GEO estimates you will pay to parties other than Vanderbilt. These may be paid to the program partner, to airlines, foreign governments, retailers, and/or other parties.
| Meals | $2,000 |
| Housing | $2,500 |
| Visa/Residence Permit | $170 |
| Books/Supplies | $400 |
| Local Transportation | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,745 |
| Airfare | $1,500 |
| Total Paid Out of Pocket | $9,715 |
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Key Details
Included in fees paid to Vanderbilt University: The UW International Academic Programs fee is covered by your Vanderbilt tuition.
Please note the following regarding the estimated out-of-pocket costs listed above:
- All students will participate in this program for a full academic year (fall to spring). Students will be billed each semester as usual, and this budget sheet gives the per-semester fees and estimated costs rather than total costs for the year.
- The fees paid to Vanderbilt include one month's allowance to cover local transportation costs.
- Visa costs and requirements may vary depending on your nationality.
- The estimate for personal expenses is based on the Vanderbilt campus Student Service Fees and Personal Costs estimates, with adjustments based on local cost of living, length of program, and exchange rates. This amount is expected to allow for entertainment and participation in cultural activities, but does not include extensive personal travel. Also included in GEO's personal expenses estimate is VU's standard estimate for maintaining health insurance in your home country in case of medical emergency.
- Airfare costs are highly variable and influenced by a number of factors, so we recommend making your own estimates based on your personal travel plans.
- There may be predeparture costs associated with health checks, vaccination, prescriptions, etc. These costs will vary individually.
University of Bremen (Dickinson College)
Budget Sheet for Spring 2020
Total Estimated Cost to Study Abroad: $38,370
Cost to remain at Vanderbilt: $36,574
The estimated total cost includes all aspects of the study abroad experience. Tuition, housing, meals, airfare, visa fees, books/supplies, local transportation, and personal expenses are included in this estimate. These fees may be paid to Vanderbilt or to third parties; see the estimates for each of these categories below.
This program is estimated to cost $1,796 more than a semester on campus at Vanderbilt. Need-based financial aid awards may be increased to meet higher estimated costs. Whether or not students receive need-based aid, they may click here to request a financial review from the Office of Student Financial Aid.Fees Paid to Vanderbilt University
Students pay Vanderbilt tuition for each term abroad (read more). Fees paid to Vanderbilt University will be typically be billed according to the Office of Student Account's regular schedule for the term. Any Vanderbilt financial aid you normally receive will be automatically applied to your account, as it is when you are on campus (except for work study, which cannot be used abroad).
| Tuition | $25,400 |
| Program Fee | $8,455 |
| Administrative Fee | $250 |
| Total Paid to Vanderbilt | $34,105 |
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Estimated Out of Pocket Costs
These are the fees GEO estimates you will pay to parties other than Vanderbilt. These may be paid to the program partner, to airlines, foreign governments, retailers, and/or other parties.
| Meals | $0 |
| Housing | $0 |
| Visa/Residence Permit | $170 |
| Books/Supplies | $350 |
| Local Transportation | $0 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,745 |
| Airfare | $1,000 |
| Total Paid Out of Pocket | $4,265 |
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Key Details
Included in fees paid to Vanderbilt University: Tuition for the program abroad is covered by your Vanderbilt tuition payment. The Vanderbilt program fee includes housing, a monthly stipend to cover meals, and an allowance to cover local transportation costs. The administrative fee covers Vanderbilt's mandatory international health insurance. Vanderbilt's Program Fee is subject to change and will always reflect the actual amount charged to us by our partners. This may result in additional credits or charges to your student account after the amount shown is billed. Please see the partner's currently published fees to check on the fees charged by the partner (start here). Be aware that a number of programs are more expensive in the spring than the fall due to differences in the length of the term.
Please note the following regarding the estimated out-of-pocket costs listed above:
- Visa costs and requirements may vary depending on your nationality.
- The estimate for personal expenses is based on the Vanderbilt campus Student Service Fees and Personal Costs estimates, with adjustments based on local cost of living, length of program, and exchange rates. This amount is expected to allow for entertainment and participation in cultural activities, but does not include extensive personal travel. Also included in GEO's personal expenses estimate is VU's standard estimate for maintaining health insurance in your home country in case of medical emergency.
- Airfare costs are highly variable and influenced by a number of factors, so we recommend making your own estimates based on your personal travel plans.
- There may be predeparture costs associated with health checks, vaccination, prescriptions, etc. These costs will vary individually.
This program is estimated to cost more than a semester on campus at Vanderbilt. Need-based financial aid awards may be increased to meet higher estimated costs. Whether or not students receive need-based aid, they may click here to request a financial review from the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Academic Year in Freiburg
Budget Sheet for Fall 2019
Total Estimated Cost to Study Abroad: $35,365
Cost to remain at Vanderbilt: $36,574
The estimated total cost includes all aspects of the study abroad experience. Tuition, housing, meals, airfare, visa fees, books/supplies, local transportation, and personal expenses are included in this estimate. These fees may be paid to Vanderbilt or to third parties; see the estimates for each of these categories below.
This program is estimated to cost $1,209 less than a semester on campus at Vanderbilt.Fees Paid to Vanderbilt University
Students pay Vanderbilt tuition for each term abroad (read more). Fees paid to Vanderbilt University will be typically be billed according to the Office of Student Account's regular schedule for the term. Any Vanderbilt financial aid you normally receive will be automatically applied to your account, as it is when you are on campus (except for work study, which cannot be used abroad).
| Tuition | $25,400 |
| Program Fee | $0 |
| Administrative Fee | $250 |
| Total Paid to Vanderbilt | $25,650 |
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Estimated Out of Pocket Costs
These are the fees GEO estimates you will pay to parties other than Vanderbilt. These may be paid to the program partner, to airlines, foreign governments, retailers, and/or other parties.
| Meals | $2,000 |
| Housing | $2,500 |
| Visa/Residence Permit | $170 |
| Books/Supplies | $400 |
| Local Transportation | $400 |
| Personal Expenses | $2,745 |
| Airfare | $1,500 |
| Total Paid Out of Pocket | $9,715 |
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Key Details
Included in fees paid to Vanderbilt University: The UW International Academic Programs fee is covered by your Vanderbilt tuition.
Please note the following regarding the estimated out-of-pocket costs listed above:
- All students will participate in this program for a full academic year (fall to spring). Students will be billed each semester as usual, and this budget sheet gives the per-semester fees and estimated costs rather than total costs for the year.
- The fees paid to Vanderbilt include one month's allowance to cover local transportation costs.
- Visa costs and requirements may vary depending on your nationality.
- The estimate for personal expenses is based on the Vanderbilt campus Student Service Fees and Personal Costs estimates, with adjustments based on local cost of living, length of program, and exchange rates. This amount is expected to allow for entertainment and participation in cultural activities, but does not include extensive personal travel. Also included in GEO's personal expenses estimate is VU's standard estimate for maintaining health insurance in your home country in case of medical emergency.
- Airfare costs are highly variable and influenced by a number of factors, so we recommend making your own estimates based on your personal travel plans.
- There may be predeparture costs associated with health checks, vaccination, prescriptions, etc. These costs will vary individually.