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 International Internship in Sydney, Australia sponsored by Global Experiences
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 *   $231.00
Billable subtotal:  $731.00
Program Provider - Program Fee   $9,990.00
Passport   $186.00
Visa   $335.00
Minimum Amount in Bank Account Required for Visa   $3,615.00
Airfare   $2,500.00
Local Transportation   $500.00
International Student ID Card   $28.00
Meals   $1,500.00
Course Books and Materials   $100.00
Personal Expenses   $2,100.00
Non-billable subtotal:  $20,854.00
Total Financial Aid Eligibility: $21,585.00
Notes:
The above estimate is for the Spring 2023 semester from February 4, 2023 - April 29, 2023. 

Students will need to receive 12 hours of academic credit in order to be considered full-time.

Includes guaranteed internship placement, one on one program advisors, career readiness program, centrally located housing, travel/medical insurance, on-site staff, and cultural and social events. 

Students must apply for the "Work and Holiday visa (subclass 462)". Financial proof is required by the Australian government, based on 5,000 Australian dollars.

International Health Insurance consists of the Australian Immigration Department mandatory requirement for Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) which will cost about $280 and covers only medical events. The mandatory insurance required by TTU ($252) covers repatriation or evacuation due to natural disasters or political unrest. The TTU insurance also provides coverage for lost baggage/travel delays and also covers travel to another country.

Last updated on: 10/31/2022
* Billable item

For information about how federal financial aid applies to study abroad, please visit the Financial Resources tab on the TTU Study Abroad website: www.studyabroad.ttu.edu.

For specific questions about your federal financial aid, scholarships, or other financial benefits that apply to educational expenses, students can meet with Ms. Nikki Nordell in the TTU Financial Aid Office. To schedule an appointment, email nikki.nordell@ttu.edu and include your R number in the body of the email.

For specific questions about your military benefits such as the Hazlewood Act or G.I. Bill, please contact the TTU Military & Veterans Program department for assistance: mvp@ttu.edu.

For information about setting up a payment plan for the charges placed on your TTU Student Business Services account (billable subtotal), contact TTU Student Business Services: sbs@ttu.edu. For students participating on an affiliate or exchange program, please contact the program provider or university directly about payment plan availability.

Feb 9, 2022