Comparing Costs

Studying abroad is a good investment. It not only enriches you culturally, it separates you from other professionals and it does not need to be more expensive than your tuition here at WIU. In fact, studying abroad makes economic sense.

Costs & Different Programs

What would happen if you go to Ewha Womans University in South Korea for a semester?

ITEMS	WIU	Ewha
Tuition 12 semester hours, plan T	4,506.00	4,506.00
Application Fee		75.00
International Required Insurance	842.00	200.00
Passport		135.00
Housing and Meals	4,365.00	3000.00
Books and Supplies	400.00	200.00
Total	10,113.00	8,116.00*     * Total cost does not include airfare.

What would it be if you selected to study a semester in England at Birmingham City University:

ITEMS	WIU	Birmingham
Tuition 12 semester hours, plan T	4,605.00	4,605.00
Application Fee		75.00
International Required Insurance	842.00	200.00
Passport		135.00
Housing and Meals	4,365.00	3,100.00
Student Visa		No visa needed for under 6 months
Books and Supplies	400.00	200.00
Total	10,113.00	8,315.00*    * Total cost does not include airfare.

Another comparison, this time for summer classes in Germany at the University of Mannheim:

ITEMS	WIU	Mannheim
Tuition 6 semester hours, plan T	2,253.30	2,600.00
Application Fee		75.00
International Required Insurance		100.00
Passport		175.00
Housing and Meals	1,280.00	1000.00
Books and Supplies	400.00	50.00
Enrollment Fee		165.00
Total	3,933.30	4,165.00* * Total cost does not include airfare.

 

 

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