Breaking Study Abroad Myths

Study Abroad Program Budget Comparison

Budget Item (all costs are
estimated for undergrad WI
resident)

Estimated Cost of Spring 2014 Estimated Cost of Spring 2014

UK Sunderland
China CSI Study Abroad
Exchange Program
Program

UWM Tuition

$4,046.00

N/A

N/A

Program Expenses

N/A

$9,750.00

$4,699.00

UWM Administration Fees

$570.00

$570.00

Incl. in program expenses

UWM International Health

Insurance

$170.00

$136.00

Incl. in program expenses

Billable subtotal

$4,786.00

$10,456.00

$4,699.00

Airfare

$1,200.00

$1,300.00

Incl. in program expenses

Housing

$1,485.00

Incl. in program expenses

Incl. in program expenses

Transportation

$300.00

$500.00

Incl. in program expenses

Food

$2,730.00

$1,060.00

Incl. in program expenses

Books & Supplies

$250.00

$300.00

$44.00

Passport

$165.00

$165.00

$165.00

Visa

$480.00

$130.00

Incl. in program expenses

Miscellaneous Expenses

$1,820.00

$2,120.00

$417.00

Non-billable subtotal

$8,430.00

$5,775.00

$626.00

$13,216.00

$16,231.00

$5,325.00

Estimated Total

Billable budget items are program costs that the CIE Study Abroad Office posts to
your UWM PAWS account. They are the same for every student going on this
program.

Estimated Average Cost of a

UWinteriM 2014 Faculty Led
Study Abroad Program

Estimated Semester Cost of Enrollment at UWM

Tuition

$4,046.00

Non-billable budget items are estimated expenses and differ by program and
participant. Each is based on the location, program duration and the spending
habits of past program participants.

Segregated Fees

$604.56

Billable Subtotal

$4,650.56

Billable + Non-billable budget items = total estimated cost for participating in this
program. UWMs Financial Aid Office uses this total cost to determine financial aid
awards. If you will be using financial aid to cover some or all of your program costs,
contact the Financial Aid Office to evaluate your financial need before you submit
your complete program application.

Housing

$3,063.00

Meals

$1,505.00

Books & Supplies

$350.00

Do not commit to a program before determining that you can afford it. After
committing, you are legally liable to pay the program charges even if you can no
longer afford it.

Miscellaneous

$1,000.00

Transportation

$653.00

Non-billable subtotal

$6,571.00

Total Cost

$11,221.56

In accordance with Wisconsin state law, non-Wisconsin residents and graduate students
are required to pay an added differential fee for study abroad. Differential fees are listed
on the Fees and Policies page of the Study Abroad website.

*Financial Aid, Scholarships and Grants can be used for any UWM Program

*Based on Fall 2013 Financial Aid estimates for a WI resident on-campus

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Study Abroad 101

Studying abroad is about much more than just visiting another country. It is an opportunity to advance yourselfpersonally, educationally, professionally, and socially. UWM offers a variety of programs all over the world that include both English speaking and
non-English speaking opportunities.
Earn college credit, use financial aid, and build your resume!

Getting Started
Walk-in peer advising is available without an appointment during our business hours, Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pm in Pearse Hall
166. Just stop in to start your discussion about studying abroad!
General advising sessions are available every semester to learn and ask questions about which program may be best for
you, the study abroad application process, how to finance your program, and academic questions. Check our website for
the dates: studyabroad.uwm.edu
Applying for a passport should be done well in advance! Passport photos can be taken in our office for competitive prices.
Some programs also require a visa. Follow this link to apply for a passport or renew online, http://travel.state.gov/
passport/passport_1738.html

Program Basics
Short-term programs are offered during summer and winter terms, run for 2-6 weeks and are often led by UWM faculty.
Semester and year-long programs are offered in a variety of locations and languages.
Non-UWM programs are not sponsored by UWM but are offered through different universities or program providers. You
must apply with our office for these programs to ensure your credits transfer and you can utilize your financial aid.

Application Process and Deadlines

The application process for all students starts at mypantherabroad.uwm.edu, where students can explore programs and
complete the online application.
Deadlines for UWM and non-UWM study abroad and exchange programs are:
-October 1: spring semester programs
-October 15: UWinteriM programs (check program pages for exceptions)
-March 1: academic year and fall semester programs
-March 15: summer programs
Deadlines and application materials can vary by program so it is important to be aware of your programs specific requirements.

Financing Your Experience Abroad

Financial aid can be used and most UWM scholarships can be used
The UWM Financial Aid Office assists students in finding sufficient financial resources including loans, grants and scholarships
for study abroad and exchange programs.
Even if you do not receive financial aid, make sure to file your FAFSA without it you wont be eligible for aid.
It is important to note that almost always, study abroad scholarship applicants receive notification of an award AFTER applying
and being accepted to their program.

Additional questions about financial aid can be directed to Gayla Jenkins at jenkins@uwm.edu

What are you waiting for? Stop in today!

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