What are the costs?
Tuition costs are standard UM tuition and if you have financial aid, it applies. The program fee is $5,200. Total costs for the semester are comparable to UM room, board and semester living costs; it covers housing, 12 meals a week, hotels, flights between Quito and San Cristobal and excursion costs that are required for classes. The most recent budget sheet for costs is here.
What is covered by the $5,200 Program Fee?
Tuition costs are standard UM tuition and if you have financial aid, it applies.
- housing on the mainland and in the Galapagos
- 12 meals a week
- airport/ferry transfers between Quito and San Cristobal, and between islands
- costs of excursions that are required for class
What are my expected costs?
- International airfare, direct, round trip flight to Quito, estimated $1,200
- Visa (currently $415)
- Lunches and some dinners
- Textbooks
- Personal items (digital camera and laptop are essential; binoculars are useful)
Will my scholarships apply?
Yes. If you are a UM student, your UM scholarships, fellowships and aid will apply.
Are there grants available to cover some of the costs?
For all qualified applicants, there is limited financial aid Study Abroad: Financial Aid and a few scholarships Study Abroad: Scholarships.
are available.
