Costs and Scholarships
The actual cost of studying abroad will depend on the type of program, its location, and the duration you choose to stay abroad. For more details about program types, visit the Study Abroad Programs page.
STUDY ABROAD SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
Elmhurst Office of Global Engagement Scholarships
All students who apply to Elmhurst-approved Fall and Spring partner programs, or Faculty-Led study abroad programs by the application deadlines are automatically considered for scholarship funding. No additional scholarship application is required.
Note: Scholarship funds are not available for students participating in a partner program during the Summer term.
Appeal Process
If you have received a study abroad scholarship decision and would like to appeal due to specific circumstances not reflected in your FAFSA, complete this form. Please note that additional funding for appeals is extremely limited.
Additional Study Abroad Scholarships
Tiana Rust Escarcida Passport Scholarship – Open to all students intending to study abroad and are applying for a passport for the first time.
Barbara Smith Scholarship – Open to honors students and/or history majors.
National Fellowships and Scholarships – External scholarships for a variety of programs. Opportunities for Pell Grant recipients.
Students should consider the following expenses when budgeting for a term abroad:
Tuition
Students pay Elmhurst tuition as if on campus. Students will also be responsible for a $100 application fee and $450 placement fee.
Housing
Students pay Elmhurst room and board. Programs will provide either a meal plan or stipend.
Financial Aid
Federal, state & EU financial aid applies.
Other
Study abroad students should always take personal costs into consideration when planning their time abroad. Personal costs may include:
- Airfare
- Passport Fee
- Meals, if not included in housing
- International medical insurance (required for most programs)
- Local Travel/Transportation
- Shopping/Clothing
- Visa, if applicable
- Textbooks
- Laundry
- International phone charges
Students should consider the following expenses when budgeting for a term abroad:
Tuition
Students pay Elmhurst tuition in addition to a study abroad fee based on the program selected. Tiers are listed on the digital program brochure on the Via study abroad portal
Program tier fees
- Tier 1: $3,000
- Tier 2: $6,500
- Tier 3: $11,000
- Tier 4: $14,000
Housing
Students pay housing costs directly to the program provider. Housing fees may or may not include meals.
Financial Aid
Federal, state & EU financial aid applies.
Other
Study abroad students should always take personal costs into consideration when planning their time abroad. Personal costs may include:
- Airfare
- Passport Fee
- Meals, if not included in housing
- International medical insurance (required for most programs)
- Local Travel/Transportation
- Shopping/Clothing
- Visa, if applicable
- Textbooks
- Laundry
- International phone charges
Faculty-Led Programs are another popular option for students wanting to study abroad. These short-term programs are credit-bearing courses with travel components through Elmhurst University. These courses range from one to four weeks and occur during the January Term, Spring Break, May or over the summer. Students travel with Elmhurst faculty and a group of Elmhurst students.
Tuition
- J-term Courses
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- Tuition is included for undergraduate students who attend both Fall and Spring terms full-time.
- Part-time students will be charged full tuition for the course.
- Students who only attend one term full-time and wish to participate in a J-Term program will be charged 50% of J-Term tuition.
- Spring Break and May Courses
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- Tuition is included for undergraduate students who attend Spring term full-time. If the course puts a student into overload (>4.75 credits), they will be billed additional tuition fees.
- Summer Courses
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- Students pay reduced tuition to cover the cost of a summer course. Reach out to OGE to confirm the tuition rate.
- Graduate Students
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- Graduate students will be charged full tuition for the course in addition to program fees.
Program Fee
All students must pay a program fee which covers the cost of flights, accommodations, and program activities. Visit the program page to see expected costs.
Other
Study abroad students should always take personal costs into consideration when planning their time abroad. Personal costs may include:
- Meals not included in the program
- Passport and visa fees, if applicable
- Personal expenses, such as laundry, shopping/clothing, medicine, vaccinations, etc.
- Textbooks
- International cell phone charges
There are a variety of Summer Partner programs, however the financial model is different from Partner programs that take place during the academic year.
Elmhurst University scholarships are not available for Summer programs, however students may apply for external scholarships as they are eligible.
Tuition
Students pay the partner program tuition rate directly to the program provider.
Housing
Students pay housing costs directly to the program provider. Housing fees may or may not include meals.
Other
Study abroad students should always take personal costs into consideration when planning their time abroad. Personal costs may include:
- Airfare
- Passport Fee
- Meals, if not included in housing
- International medical insurance (required for most programs)
- Local Travel/Transportation
- Shopping/Clothing
- Visa, if applicable
- Textbooks
- Laundry
- International phone charges