Program Budget Sheets
University of Melbourne (CASA)
Budget Sheet for Spring 2025
Total Estimated Cost to Study Abroad: $51,280
Cost to remain at ×ÔοÊÓƵ: $47,540
The estimated total cost includes all aspects of the study abroad experience. Tuition, housing, meals, airfare, visa fees, books/supplies, local transportation, and personal expenses are included in this estimate. These fees may be paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ or to third parties; see the estimates for each of these categories below.
This program is estimated to cost $3,740 more than a semester on campus at ×ÔοÊÓƵ. Need-based financial aid awards may be increased to meet higher estimated costs. Whether or not students receive need-based aid, they may click to request a financial review from the Office of Student Financial Aid.Fees Paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ University
Students pay ×ÔοÊÓƵ tuition for each term abroad (read more). Fees paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ University will be typically be billed according to the Office of Student Account's regular schedule for the term. Any ×ÔοÊÓƵ financial aid you normally receive will be automatically applied to your account, as it is when you are on campus (except for work study, which cannot be used abroad).
| Tuition | $32,504 |
| Program Fee | $311 |
| Administrative Fee | $0 |
| Total Paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ | $32,815 |
|---|
Estimated Out of Pocket Costs
These are the fees GEO estimates you will pay to parties other than ×ÔοÊÓƵ. These may be paid to the program partner, to airlines, foreign governments, retailers, and/or other parties.
| Meals | $3,140 |
| Housing | $7,920 |
| Visa/Residence Permit | $475 |
| Books/Supplies | $650 |
| Local Transportation | $380 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,300 |
| Airfare | $2,600 |
| Total Paid Out of Pocket | $18,465 |
|---|
Key Details
Included in fees paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ University: University of Melbourne tuition fees are covered by your ×ÔοÊÓƵ tuition payment. Housing and meals are not included. ×ÔοÊÓƵ's mandatory international health insurance is included in the program fee. ×ÔοÊÓƵ's Program Fee is subject to change and will always reflect the actual amount charged to us by our partners. This may result in additional credits or charges to your student account after the amount shown is billed.×ÔοÊÓƵ's Program Fee is subject to change and will always reflect the actual amount charged to us by our partners. This may result in additional credits or charges to your student account after the amount shown is billed. Please see the partner's currently published fees to check on the fees charged by the partner (start ).
Please note the following regarding the estimated out-of-pocket costs listed above:
- Students will pay University of Melbourne directly for housing and, where applicable, meals. Tuition will be paid through ×ÔοÊÓƵ.
- [@[Out of Pocket Airfare]]2600The housing estimate is based on CASA's reserved housing units (see CASA website for more information).
- The cost of ×ÔοÊÓƵ's mandatory health insurance coverage (GeoBlue) is included in the Program Fee paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ. This cost is based on the length of the program and accounts for $311 of the listed Program Fee.
- Visa costs and requirements may vary depending on your nationality.
- The estimate for personal expenses is based on the ×ÔοÊÓƵ campus Student Service Fees and Personal Costs estimates, with adjustments based on local cost of living, length of program, and exchange rates. This amount is expected to allow for entertainment and participation in cultural activities, but does not include extensive personal travel. Also included in Study Abroad's personal expenses estimate is VU's standard estimate for maintaining health insurance in your home country in case of medical emergency.
- Sites like can be useful for getting a sense of what common items and services cost in cities around the globe.
- The estimate for personal expenses includes $AUD 415 for OSHC insurance required by Australia.
- The estimate for Supplies includes 30 AUD per week for a phone and data plan.
- Our local cost estimates are based on a rate of 0.66 AUD to the dollar.
- Airfare costs are highly variable and influenced by a number of factors, so we recommend making your own estimates based on your personal travel plans.
- There may be predeparture costs associated with health checks, vaccination, prescriptions, etc. These costs will vary individually. Vaccinations that are required for entry into your host country or for participation on your program can be covered by financial aid.
This program is estimated to cost more than a semester on campus at ×ÔοÊÓƵ. Need-based financial aid awards may be increased to meet higher estimated costs. Whether or not students receive need-based aid, they may click to request a financial review from the Office of Student Financial Aid.
University of Melbourne (CASA)
Budget Sheet for Fall 2024
Total Estimated Cost to Study Abroad: $51,380
Cost to remain at ×ÔοÊÓƵ: $47,720
The estimated total cost includes all aspects of the study abroad experience. Tuition, housing, meals, airfare, visa fees, books/supplies, local transportation, and personal expenses are included in this estimate. These fees may be paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ or to third parties; see the estimates for each of these categories below.
This program is estimated to cost $3,660 more than a semester on campus at ×ÔοÊÓƵ. Need-based financial aid awards may be increased to meet higher estimated costs. Whether or not students receive need-based aid, they may click to request a financial review from the Office of Student Financial Aid.Fees Paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ University
Students pay ×ÔοÊÓƵ tuition for each term abroad (read more). Fees paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ University will be typically be billed according to the Office of Student Account's regular schedule for the term. Any ×ÔοÊÓƵ financial aid you normally receive will be automatically applied to your account, as it is when you are on campus (except for work study, which cannot be used abroad).
| Tuition | $32,504 |
| Program Fee | $311 |
| Administrative Fee | $0 |
| Total Paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ | $32,815 |
|---|
Estimated Out of Pocket Costs
These are the fees GEO estimates you will pay to parties other than ×ÔοÊÓƵ. These may be paid to the program partner, to airlines, foreign governments, retailers, and/or other parties.
| Meals | $3,140 |
| Housing | $7,920 |
| Visa/Residence Permit | $475 |
| Books/Supplies | $650 |
| Local Transportation | $380 |
| Personal Expenses | $3,400 |
| Airfare | $2,600 |
| Total Paid Out of Pocket | $18,565 |
|---|
Key Details
Included in fees paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ University: University of Melbourne tuition fees are covered by your ×ÔοÊÓƵ tuition payment. Housing and meals are not included. ×ÔοÊÓƵ's mandatory international health insurance is included in the program fee. ×ÔοÊÓƵ's Program Fee is subject to change and will always reflect the actual amount charged to us by our partners. This may result in additional credits or charges to your student account after the amount shown is billed.×ÔοÊÓƵ's Program Fee is subject to change and will always reflect the actual amount charged to us by our partners. This may result in additional credits or charges to your student account after the amount shown is billed. Please see the partner's currently published fees to check on the fees charged by the partner (start ).
Please note the following regarding the estimated out-of-pocket costs listed above:
- Students will pay University of Melbourne directly for housing and, where applicable, meals. Tuition will be paid through ×ÔοÊÓƵ.
- [@[Out of Pocket Airfare]]2600The housing estimate is based on CASA's reserved housing units (see CASA website for more information).
- The cost of ×ÔοÊÓƵ's mandatory health insurance coverage (GeoBlue) is included in the Program Fee paid to ×ÔοÊÓƵ. This cost is based on the length of the program and accounts for $311 of the listed Program Fee.
- Visa costs and requirements may vary depending on your nationality.
- The estimate for personal expenses is based on the ×ÔοÊÓƵ campus Student Service Fees and Personal Costs estimates, with adjustments based on local cost of living, length of program, and exchange rates. This amount is expected to allow for entertainment and participation in cultural activities, but does not include extensive personal travel. Also included in Study Abroad's personal expenses estimate is VU's standard estimate for maintaining health insurance in your home country in case of medical emergency.
- Sites like can be useful for getting a sense of what common items and services cost in cities around the globe.
- The estimate for personal expenses includes $AUD 415 for OSHC insurance required by Australia.
- The estimate for Supplies includes 30 AUD per week for a phone and data plan.
- Our local cost estimates are based on a rate of 0.66 AUD to the dollar.
- Airfare costs are highly variable and influenced by a number of factors, so we recommend making your own estimates based on your personal travel plans.
- There may be predeparture costs associated with health checks, vaccination, prescriptions, etc. These costs will vary individually. Vaccinations that are required for entry into your host country or for participation on your program can be covered by financial aid.
This program is estimated to cost more than a semester on campus at ×ÔοÊÓƵ. Need-based financial aid awards may be increased to meet higher estimated costs. Whether or not students receive need-based aid, they may click to request a financial review from the Office of Student Financial Aid.