Financing
Students participating in the Pathways to the Steger Center Program will be charged the program fee and tuition through their student account. The program fee includes accommodations, in-country transportation, excursions, corporate visits, most meals, and international health and security insurance. The program fee does not include: GEO Application Fee, Faculty-led Study Abroad Participation fee, international airfare, some meals, passport/visa fees, souvenirs, and personal spending while on the program.
Upon acceptance into the program, a non-refundable deposit is required. Commitment decisions must be made within two weeks of acceptance.
| Program Costs (Billed to Student Accounts) | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Program Fee | $5,600 | $5,600 |
| Tuition | $2,467.25 | $6,548.25 |
| Faculty-led Participation Fee | $50 | $50 |
| Additional Costs (Estimated) | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Study Abroad Application Fee (Required) | $50 | $50 |
| Passport (New) | $180 | $180 |
| Personal & Other Expenses | $200 | $200 |
| Airfare | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Estimated Meals | $500 | $500 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $10,475 | $14,441 |
Program Fee Payment Schedule
Once a student has committed to participate in the program, the program fee will be due on the following schedule:
| Date | Amount Due |
|---|---|
| February 10 | $500 Deposit |
| March 10 | $2,550 |
| April 10 | $2,550 |
| Total | $5,600 |
Scholarship Opportunities
First-Year Passport Project
Deadline: September 9
The Global Education Office supports this scholarship. Participants selected for the Passport Project will be required to engage in a minimum of 10 hours of peer mentorship, attend designated Passport Project workshops, social and community-building events, and specialized advising sessions focused on study abroad and scholarships in exchange for receiving a U.S. passport book at no cost. See website for eligibility requirements.
Global Education Scholarships
Deadline: December 6
Applicants do not need to have been accepted to Pathways to the Steger Center to apply for Global Education Scholarships.
Fund for Education Abroad
Deadline: January 18
Decisions are made based on financial need, demographic factors and academic plan and preparedness.
College of Engineering/SEC Global Engineering Access Scholarship
Deadline: March 1, 2024
This scholarship is designed to defray students’ costs for international learning experiences, for example related to study abroad during Spring 2024, Spring Embedded 2024, Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 (where program fees are charged in Spring/Summer 2024). Eligible costs may also include (but are not limited to) program fees associated with faculty-led programs, third-party provider costs, costs of flights, or other travel expenses associated with a study/research/service abroad experience. The committee considers not only financial need (both FAFSA-demonstrated and need that might be missed by the FAFSA), but also the quality of motivation and the educational fit of the proposed activity as well as the overall diversity across applications of participation in global experiences.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Full-time undergraduate student majoring within the College of Engineering
- Student enrolled or will be enrolled in abroad programs in Spring 2024, Spring Embedded 2024, Summer 2024 or Fall 2024 (where fees are charged in Spring/Summer 2024).
- Overall GPA of 2.75 or above.
- International program takes place during Spring 2024, Spring Embedded 2024, Summer 2024 or program fees are charged in Spring/Summer 2024 for a Fall 2024 program.
Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship
Deadline: March 9
The Gilman Scholarship is designed for students who receive Federal Pell Grants. Students should carefully read the Gilman Scholarship’s eligibility requirements before completing an application.
Other local or national scholarships
Students are encouraged to research scholarships awarded by entities in their hometown or to identity groups they pertain to.
Financial Responsibility Policy
Should a program cancellation become necessary for health and safety reasons prior to student departure, every effort will be made to refund recoverable costs to participants. Students who commit to the Pathways to the Steger Center Program are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to purchase Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) Insurance. We are unable to recommend a specific policy or insurance company, but we encourage students to start with an internet search and compare policies based on their personal preferences and risk tolerance. When purchasing CFAR insurance, please ensure that cancellation due to COVID-19 is covered in the policy terms. Other items to consider are the percentage of costs that will be reimbursed through the policy and the timeframe in which the policy needs to be purchased in relation to the planning/paying for the program.
Once a student has committed to the program, the student will be responsible for program costs based on the following schedule.
| Timeline of Student Withdrawal or Program Cancellation | Financial Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Prior to commitment | No Penalty |
| After commitment until March 9 | $500 (non-refundable deposit) |
| March 10 to April 9 | $2,800 (50% of the program fee) |
| After April 9 | $5,600 (100% of the program fee) |
Disclaimer
To respond dynamically to ever-changing health and safety situations, international travel itineraries are subject to change to align with health and safety guidance, immigration and border entry restrictions, etc.