Cost for Studying Off-Campus

Cost Overview:

Studying off-campus varies by program. Our affordable study abroad programs cost are close to the cost of an on-campus semester (tuition/ room & board), while other programs can be considerably more than a semester on-campus. Detailed budget sheets which include tuition, room, board, and personal expenses are provided during the advising process and are always available upon request.

Key Expenses:

• OWU Tuition 
• $150 application fee (one-time).
• $3,500 off-campus program fee per semester.
• Supplemental Fees: For programs whose academic fees/ tuition exceeds $10,000 per term*, students pay the difference as a supplemental fee (i.e. if the posted tuition for your program is $13,500, the supplemental fee would be $3,500). See programs without supplemental fees listed below.
• Out-of-Pocket Costs - Personal and incidental expenses, including travel to program, optional travel, and meals not included in program fee. Amounts vary by location but can average $4,000-$7,000. Estimates are avilable upon request.
• $500 fee for unapproved program petitions (upon approval)

Affordable Programs (Programs Without Supplemental Fees):

Certain programs, including the New York Arts Program, OWU Pamplona, the Irish American Scholars Program, Kansai Gaidai Exchange, and some select partner programs (Arcadia, AIFS, CIEE), do not include supplemental fees. For more affordable options, visit our Affordable Study Abroad Programs page or contact the IOCP office for guidance.

Resources:

• Contact IOCP staff to discuss billing and financial aid
• Contact OWU Financial Aid regarding additional scholarship and loan information

Important Reminders:

• Students must carefully budget for program costs and consult their financial guarantors (e.g., parents).
• Consult with IOCP staff regarding any questions
• Review additional sections on Financial Aid, Billing, and Budgeting.
• Note that tuition and fees are subject to annual increases.