Cost & Finances

Financing study abroad is complicated as there are many options with different implications. The good news is that some of these options cost the same or less than living and eating on campus in Burlington.

Cost Summaries & Available Options

    • Tuition and financial aid remains the same as it is in Burlington with the exception of work study grants which may not be used outside of the US. Housing costs are in line with Burlington options and paid the same way Burlington housing is paid.
    • There are no meal plans so students will buy their own food. Plane tickets and visas are an additional cost but money saved in other places may cover this cost.
    • Tuition and financial aid remains the same as it is in Burlington with the exception of work study grants which may not be used outside of the US.
    • Housing costs are generally less expensive than Burlington options. Housing is paid to the foreign institution.
    • There are no meal plans so students will buy their own food. Plane tickets and visas are an additional cost but money saved in other places may cover this cost.
    • Tuition, housing and fees are set by the third party. It may be more or less expensive than Champlain.
    • There is a $750 study abroad fee payable to Champlain.
    • Federal, state and external financial aid usually transfers through Champlain to the third party program.
    • Champlain financial aid cannot be used for a third-party program.
    • Tuition and housing is less expensive than during the semester and paid directly to Champlain.
    • There is no Champlain Aid available for the summer.
    • There may be a small amount of federal aid accessible to some students.

     

    Learn more about summer programs for Montreal and Dublin!

    • There is a grant which covers the program and housing.
    • Students are responsible for their plane ticket, visa, insurance, food and personal expenses. There is a small stipend which will help pay for some of these expenses.

     

    Learn more about the summer Freeman Asia internship program!

  • This is completely separate from Champlain. Fees vary greatly from program to program.

  • There are no additional scholarships available for these programs. However, educational savings and loans may be used.

  • This is not technically an educational program so no financial aid or educational savings can be used.

Study Abroad Finance Template to Figure and Compare Costs

Additional Costs

Students will be responsible for their transportation, meals, Irish immigration fee (if applicable), books and personal costs*.
*Please take into account the currency exchange rate when planning your budget.

What your program fees cover in Montreal & Dublin

    • Personalized support from Champlain Abroad staff
    • Airport pickup and welcome from Champlain Abroad staff for Students in the Dublin program
    • Staff available 24/7 in case of emergencies
    • On-site Resident Assistants
    • Small classes
    • Personal contact with faculty
    • On-Site Orientation
    • Local faculty who understand students from the United States
    • Great variety of general and major specific courses
    • Professional courses taught by industry experts
    • Curriculum that goes beyond the classroom and engages you in the place, culture and people
    • Activities and weekend trips (minimal supplemental cost)
    • Safe and centrally located Academic Center
    • Academic Center has a state of the art computer lab, student lounge, kitchenette, classrooms and comfortable study spaces
    • Students have access to the U.S.-based Champlain College online library
    • Champlain College is an accredited American institution
    • Ease of credit transfer

Have questions?

Champlain Abroad Office
200 Skiff Hall (the middle staircase above counseling)
802-865-8450

Martha Moreno Linares
Study Abroad Coordinator
Champlain Abroad
Elin Melchior
Study Abroad Coordinator
Champlain Abroad