During the recruitment period, the cost of a Travel Course is advertised as a price range. After recruiting closes, the final participant cost is determined based on the final number of paying participants. Once the Center for Global Education receives all pre-decision application materials, the participant is financially committed to the full cost of the program (not just the deposit submitted), even if you are not able to participate for any reason. Details for Travel Course financial policies are outlined in the Enrollment and Financial Obligation Agreement that will be found on individual Travel Course brochures and emailed to you once the faculty leader sends their approval of your participation to the Center for Global Education.
Inclusions:
Program inclusions vary by Travel Course and may include some meals and activities. All Travel Courses will include accommodations for the duration of the program. Programs do not include tuition (see below) and typically do not include airfare.
Travel Protection Insurance is provided by Chapman University. See Travel Protection Insurance Overview, FAQs, and How to File a Claim.
Deposit:
A non-refundable deposit of $500 or 10% of the total program fee, whichever is higher, is paid through the Global Gateway AFTER the applicant receives notification from the Center for Global Education that faculty has provided authorization for the applicant to join the course and the applicant has successfully submitted their Enrollment Agreement. Deposits will be deducted from the final participant cost of the Travel Course program. Further instructions on how to pay the deposit will be included in your application.
Final Payment:
The full program cost of the Travel Course will be determined by the number of participants enrolled and will never exceed the highest price quoted in the advertised price range. The final payment will be the full program cost minus the deposit paid. The Center for Global Education will send students instructions on final payment method and deadline. Students must submit their final payment receipt to the CGE to participate.
Tuition Fees:
Travel Course program costs do not include Chapman University Tuition fees. The most current Interterm tuition costs can be found through Student Business Services.
During Interterm, Chapman University provides undergraduate students with up to 4 free tuition credits if they are enrolled at Chapman full-time in both the preceding Fall AND proceeding Spring semesters. Otherwise, students may seek an additional option (if applicable) by submitting a One-Time Tuition Waiver for up to 4 credits to Student Business Services. Student Business Services determines a student's eligibility.
Scholarships & Budgeting:
Undergraduate Chapman students who identify as First Generation can apply to receive assistance for travel costs for study abroad. Visit Chapman's Promising Futures Program and carefully review eligibility requirements and deadlines.
View other scholarships by location and program length.
Use the Travel Course Budget Worksheet to determine your total cost of participation and budget your expenses.
