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Financial Aid and Scholarships
If you are eligible for financial aid, it can be used towards all UC Davis Summer Abroad programs. Learn more about financial aid and scholarships.
Program Fees
Program fees are subject to change and do not include airfare and other expenses; see "Fee Notes" and expenses table below.
| UC Student | Non-UC Student | |
| Summer Abroad Fee (includes $300 non-refundable deposit) | $1,275 | $1,275 |
| Course Fee UC: $279/unit x 8.0 units; Non-UC: $389/unit x 8.0 units | $2,232 | $3,112 |
| Accommodations and Services Abroad Fee | $4,150 | $4,150 |
| Summer Campus Fee | $403.90 | $403.90 |
| Total Fees Charged to Students See "Fee Notes" section below for more information. Paid directly to UC Davis | $8,060.90 | $8,940.90 |
Estimated Personal Expenses
Estimates are provided for financial aid and planning purposes; actual expenses vary.
| UC Student | Non-UC Student | |
| Roundtrip Airfare (estimated from SFO) | ~$1,652 | ~$1,652 |
| Meals (not provided by program) | ~$792 | ~$792 |
| Other program-related expenses (i.e., passport, visa, entry fees, course books) | ~$219 | ~$219 |
| Total Estimated Personal Expenses See "Fee Notes" section below for more information. Paid by student at the time expenses incurred | ~$2,663 | ~$2,663 |
Estimated Total Cost
Does not include personal side trips, gifts, entertainment expenses, etc.
| Costs per student | UC Student | Non-UC Student |
| Total fees | $8,060.90 | $8,940.90 |
| Total estimated personal expenses | ~$2,663 | ~$2,663 |
| Total fees + estimated expenses | ~$10,723.90 | ~$11,603.90 |
Fee Notes
- Figures for tuition and fees represent currently approved or proposed amounts and may not be final. Actual tuition and fees are subject to change by the University of California as determined to be necessary or appropriate. Final approved tuition and fee levels may differ from the amounts presented. Some or all instruction for all or part of the academic year may be delivered remotely. Tuition and fees have been set regardless of the method of instruction and will not be refunded in the event instruction occurs remotely for any part of the academic year. UC Davis tuition and Fees are different for Graduate and non-resident students. Campus policy dictates that study abroad and other off-campus programs are not exempt from the UC Davis Summer Campus Fee, which covers services/initiatives such as Student Health and Counseling Services, Unitrans, Recreation, etc. Students have access to these services during the entire summer session period.
Program Fees include
- Lodging in double rooms
- Breakfast in all locations, welcome and farewell meals, a few lunches during field trips
- Transportation for day trips and between program locations including a Japan Rail Pass
- Entrance fees and activities
Expenses not covered by program fees
- Estimated personal expenses outlined in the table above
- Personal travel during and outside of program dates
- Entertainment expenses, including alcoholic beverages and personal purchases
- Out-of-pocket expenses for medical and other emergencies
- Expenses for special medical conditions
Visit Student Cancellation for information about Summer Abroad cancellation policies and deadlines.