The package cost of $4,950 for the five-week program includes round-trip airfare from Atlanta to Madrid, airport transfers in Madrid to and from the colegio, lodging at the colegio, 15 meals weekly, a primary health insurance policy, first week-end activities (bus tour of Madrid, tapas restaurant, flamenco club, and guided excursion to Toledo), an on-site travel consultant, a farewell party, and a pass for unlimited travel on the Madrid subway and bus system.
The package cost does not include tuition or books, additional meals, passport and related expenses, spending money, travel to Atlanta, weekend travel, or other costs beyond those listed above.
Students should plan to budget a minimum of $1000 for extra meals, entertainment expenses, entrance fees to museums, and field trip costs. If students plan extensive travel or major shopping, additional funds should be budgeted.
All costs are subject to change because of unanticipated increases in airfares or other program elements, as well as fluctuations in monetary exchange rates. The European Council makes every effort to keep program costs as advertised and will inform prospective participants of any changes as they occur.
Courses in the 2013 summer program to Madrid (Spain) are part of the regular course offerings of member institutions; therefore, students may apply for loans or grants for which they would normally be eligible. Students should apply for financial aid at the campus where they are registering for courses. Campus representatives will assist students in obtaining information about financial aid. Students must meet all campus requirements in applying for financial aid.
Payment Schedule:
April 8, 2013: Final payment of $2,375 due.
TOTAL PAYMENT: $4,950
Students’ application fee, deposits and other payments are applied towards required advances, purchase of airline tickets, and other costs related to the program. Note that $100 of the $200 application fee is non-refundable and covers processing and reservation fees.
Participants who withdraw from a program after the application deadline receive a refund according to the following schedule:
Withdrawal before March 1 |
all but $100 will be refunded |
Withdrawal between March 9 and March 18 |
all but $300 will be refunded |
Withdrawal between March 19 and April 1 |
all but $750 will be refunded |
Withdrawal between April 2 and April 30 |
all but $1,900 will be refunded |
Withdrawal after April 30 |
No money will be refunded |
All withdrawals must be made in writing to the program office at Valdosta State University in order for refunds to be processed.
Students should plan to budget an estimate of $50-70 per week for additional meals. If students plan extended travel or major shopping, additional funds should be budgeted. Some course excursions might involve additional fees; course instructors will inform students if such fees apply prior to departure.
Please take note of important deadlines:
-3 passport photos due April 8th ($50 late fee if not received IN OFFICE by 5pm on this date)
-An electronic copy of your passport is due April 8th. Faxed and Mailed copies are not accepted. ($50 late fee if not received by email by 5pm on this date)
-An all-day*Mandatory* planning meeting on May 18th.
Flight Deviation/Separate Airfare
Airfare is included in the price of the program. However, if you wish to arrive to Madrid sooner, or stay later, there is a *possibility* that you can do this at an additional expense to you. Students are also allowed to do 100% of their own airfare. If you chose to do this, $1200 will be deducted from your SECOND payment. All deviation and own airfare request must be submitted by April 8th and these opportunities are provided on a first come first serve basis.
