Programs : Budget Sheet
The following listing represents the Spring Budget Sheet for USAC Costa Rica: Heredia - Spanish Language, Ecological, and Latin American Studies.
Spring Budget Sheet for USAC Costa Rica: Heredia - Spanish Language, Ecological, and Latin American Studies
| Budget Item | Current Student | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gustavus Tuition * | $27,722.50 | |||
| Program Fee after Gustavus Contribution * | $1,980.00 | |||
| Billable through Gustavus student account subtotal: | $29,702.50 | |||
| Round-trip Airfare/Transportation (estimate) | $1,200.00 | |||
| Local Transportation at Site (estimate) | $150.00 | |||
| Books/Educational Materials (estimate) | $115.00 | |||
| Visa/Residence Permit Expenses (estimate) | $350.00 | |||
| Additional Personal Expenses (estimate) | $1,050.00 | |||
| Estimated out-of-pocket expenses subtotal: | $2,865.00 | |||
| Total: | $32,567.50 | |||
| Notes: | ||||
- These figures are an estimate for the 2024-25 academic year and are subject to change.
- Billable expenses will appear on your Gustavus account; non-billable expenses will be your responsibility to pay out-of-pocket.
- All semester students pay their Gustavus semester tuition.
- When comparing to campus costs, keep in mind that the total billable costs for on-campus study are: Academic Year: $67,250, Fall Semester: $33,825, Spring Semester: $33,625. Any personal expenses and transportation costs to/from St. Peter would be in addition to these billable amounts (and are very individual).
- If you do not already have a passport, please budget approximately $150 to apply for a passport.
- You may need immunizations in order to travel to your program sites. Immunization costs vary by health care provider and insurance coverage. Please consult your healthcare provider for more information.
- For elective supplemental course or housing fees (e.g. taking an extra course or choosing a more expensive housing option), please refer to the program provider website.
| * Billable item |