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Programs : Budget Sheet

The following listing represents the Summer Budget Sheet for UVA Engineering in South Korea: Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST).
 

Summer Budget Sheet for UVA Engineering in South Korea: Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
Summer Budget Sheet for UVA Engineering in South Korea: Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST)
Budget Item In-State Out-of-State
Tuition *   $1,281.00 $1,671.00
Program Fees *   $150.00 $150.00
Billable subtotal:  $1,431.00 $1,821.00
Airfare   $2,450.00 $2,450.00
Meals   $750.00 $750.00
Personal expenses   $250.00 $250.00
Local Transportation   $420.00 $420.00
Housing   $350.00 $350.00
Non-billable subtotal:  $4,220.00 $4,220.00
Total: $5,651.00 $6,041.00
Notes:
Costs listed above are for Summer 2024 - 3 credit option

Withdrawal & Refund
Students are responsible for study abroad program fees once they have committed to attending a program. At the time of commitment, students will be subject to the withdrawal, cancellation, and refund policy found here: Withdrawal, Cancellation, and Refund Policy. In some cases, there will be no refund available.


Payment
 
For Summer programs, the following schedule applies:  
Billable Fees* include:
  • Tuition for course(s) described in brochure
  • 3.01 metric tons of carbon for student flights from Dulles (IAD) to Seoul (ICN) will be offset in alignment with the Sustainability Plans of the International Studies Office and the University of Virginia
  • Health and Emergency Assistance Insurance through CISI. The ISO will enroll students in the insurance policy for the program dates
 
All student participants are responsible for their housing, meals, course materials, transportation, and incidental expenses.

Note regarding meals: 
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary restrictions during group meals and meals on own at the university cafeteria; however, all countries have distinct cuisines along with food preparation techniques, and it is not always possible to address specific food concerns and meet needs. Program participants are responsible for ensuring their needs can be met for their chosen program itinerary.
 
Non-billable items posted above are estimates and will differ for each individual depending on their personal needs, course requirements, and personal choices.  Fluctuations in international currency will affect total expenditures. 
  • Roundtrip airfare to program destination (estimate based on fares provided online in January of 2024, with departure from Dulles International Airport (IAD) arriving at Seoul (ICN) airport (non-stop flight)
  • Local Transportation: Transportation to and from local lodgings at DGIST and local transportation on own
  • Housing (estimated housing assumes single occupancy in DGIST student dormitory at approx. $7 per day)
  • Meals (non-billable meals estimated on average of $16 per day & assumes most meals taken in DGIST cafeteria)
  • Personal Expenses: International phone service, laundry, and other incidentals
 
Other Considerations: Some possible costs are not included in this budget, may not be applicable to all students, and will differ by individual if applicable. These may include but are not limited to:
 
  • Personal travel beyond the scope of the program,
  • Immunizations for the area of travel,
  • Visa fees (Non-US citizens are subject to different regulations and fees) - visa fees and regulations are subject to change
  • Passport fees
  • Health and emergency coverage with CISI beyond the program dates
 
Trip Insurance: The ISO recommends that travelers consider trip insurance that can be tapped in the event travel to or from the
education abroad destination is interrupted or in the event itinerary changes become necessary.
 
 *The University of Virginia reserves the right to adjust all program charges, without prior notification, for increases associated with but not limited to, the cost of instruction, foreign exchange rates, and Board of Visitors changes to tuition and fees.
 
In addition, the University of Virginia reserves the right to alter or cancel this education abroad program in the event of an emergency, changes in operating conditions, or under-enrollment.
* Billable item