The given expense estimates are subject to change. Personal expenses are completely dependent upon the individual. TTU provides high-end estimates using information provided by the program, and costs will vary according to individual spending habits.

Spring Budget Sheet for American University of Sharjah in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates: Semester/Academic Year sponsored by API
Budget Item Texas Resident
Education Abroad Fee (Non-Refundable) *   $350.00
RCOBA - Rawls Center for Global Engagement Fee (Rawls College of Business students only) *   $150.00
International Health Insurance *   $345.00
Billable subtotal:  $845.00
Program Provider - Program Deposit   $275.00
Program Provider - Program Fee   $21,500.00
Passport   $186.00
Airfare   $2,500.00
Local Transportation   $500.00
International Student ID Card   $28.00
Meals   $2,250.00
Course Books and Materials   $475.00
Personal Expenses   $2,700.00
Non-billable subtotal:  $30,414.00
Total Financial Aid Eligibility: $31,259.00
Notes:
The above estimate is for the Spring 2023. Program Dates: Jan 13, 2023 - May 26, 2023
The above estimate is based on students earning 12 credit hours. 

Includes: Tuition, housing (dorms on campus), visa processing, administrative fees, on-site orientation, medical insurance, excursions, staff support, airport pickup.

Excursions include: 
Abu Dhabi
Arabic Cooking Class
Atlantis Aquarium
Camel Racing
Desert Safari
Fujairah Old Fort and Bull Fighting
Musandam, Oman 

Visa processing cost is included in the API program fee. API will assist with visa processing.

Last updated on: 5/15/2022
* Billable item

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Feb 9, 2022