Program cost, funding and billing
Cost of participation varies by program. A break down of estimated student expenses is available for your consideration. BC financial aid is not available in the summer. However, there are funding opportunities for summer programs. Eligible students are encoruaged to inquire about need-based state and federal aid. We offer advising and support for students applying for need-based and prestigious awards, and a variety of BC scholarships, and grants. Please note that a deposit and withdrawal fees are in effect for summer prorgams and internships.
Boston College students will be billed for summer programs via their Agora account in early May, and payment is due prior to departure. Any questions related to billing should be directed to Student Services.
Four separate costs are billed to Boston College Agora:
| Cost | BC summer programs |
| Tuition | BC tuition* |
| CISI | $55-$100, depending on duration of stay |
| Program Fee | Varies by program, includes housing, activities, and some group meals |
| Enrollment Fee | $45 |
*Note: BC graduate students participating in summer courses for credit will be subject to the tuition rate of their school.
Further details on costs are listed on individual program pages.
External Applicants (non-BC students)
External applicants are required to submit a $1000 non-refundable deposit with the completed confirmation forms in order to secure their place in a summer program. This payment must be sent in the form of a certified check made out to “Boston College”. Students will receive a final invoice with the above costs in early April detailing the final program costs, less the deposit. Full program payment is due by April 20.
Grants & Scholarships
Students are encouraged to research grant and scholarship opportunities as early as possible in the application process. You may schedule an appointment with the OGE scholarships advisor. If you are a Montserrat student, you are also encouraged to meet with the Montserrat Advisor early in the application process.
Affording a study abroad experience is possible
Studying abroad is not necessarily more expensive than a semester at Boston College. While some programs in large metropolitan areas may cost more than a semester in Chestnut Hill, expenditures for many other programs may be the same or less than at BC.
Montserrat
Montserrat students are encouraged to meet with the Montserrat Advisor early on in the process of selecting programs. Students receive guidance with long-term financial planning and scholarship/grant applications. The advisor will go over the estimated student budget for BC semester, year, and summer programs, and refer students to meeting with their Financial Aid Advisor.
Scholarships
Students seeking guidance in applying for prestigious merit awards for study abroad, as well as need-based scholarships and grants for the academic year or summer, are encouraged to meet with the Scholarships Advisor. To prepare for this meeting, students are asked to review scholarships information on the OIP website and arrive with specific questions.
Featured Funding Opportunities
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Fung Scholars
Established in 2017 with a generous gift by the Victor and William Fung Foundation, the Fung Scholars program at Boston College provides opportunities to support international experiences in Asia. In line with the Office of Global Education's mission, the program is designed to expand BC students’ access to study, intern, volunteer, and academic research opportunities in Asia, as well as to help students develop as well-rounded, interculturally competent, and globally conscious citizens.
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McGillycuddy-Logue travel grants
The McGillycuddy-Logue travel grants are awarded to Boston College students through the McGillycuddy-Logue Center for Undergraduate Global Studies. Established in 2008 with a generous gift from Kathleen McGillycuddy and Ron Logue, the Center promotes and fosters innovative international learning for undergraduate students at Boston College.
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BC and external funding opportunities
Students are encouraged to explore BC, as well as external funding options for summer programs and internships abroad. A selection of scholarship and grant opportunities is available on the OGE website. Eligibility requirements vary by program and students are encouraged to start the planning and application process early. Note that BC institutional finanical aid is not available toward summer programs and internships, and that external funding may not be confirmed until after program particiaption is finalized.
By turning in the Final Confirmation and Clearance forms online, a student commits to participate in a summer program abroad and is subject to a $300 non-refundable program deposit ($500 for internship students), to be charged to the student’s Agora account (actual charge may appear on My Hub later) . The OGE will reserve a spot in the program and make any necessary payments on behalf of the student. Any withdrawal after the submission of Final Confirmation and Clearance Forms will result in a financial penalty of at least $300 ($500 for internship students), according to the fee schedule outlined below.
In order to withdraw from any summer program or internship after final confirmation forms have been completed, students must submit a withdrawal form so that it can be processed by the Office of Global Education. The official date of withdrawal is confirmed upon receipt of this form.
Depending on the date of withdrawal, the following fees will apply, to be charged to the student Agora account in May.
WITHDRAWAL FEE TIMELINE FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS
| February 27 | $300 program deposit |
| March 25 | $300 program deposit + 15% of the program fee |
| April 10 | $300 program deposit + 30% of the program fee |
| April 20 | $300 program deposit + 60% of the program fee |
| May 1 | 100% of the program fee |
WITHDRAWAL FEE TIMELINE FOR SUMMER INTERNSHIPS
| February 27 | $500 program deposit |
| March 25 | $500 program deposit + 50% of the program fee |
| April 20 | 100% of the program fee |