PROGRAM COSTS
Program costs may vary for students from IAU partner institutions. Please contact your study abroad office for accurate program costs.
Semester Program Costs
Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 Program Costs | Aix-en-Provence, Barcelona, Madrid, Florence
| Fee | Inclusions | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition |
Tuition (12–18 credits), academic resources, course materials, academic field studies, and official ACM-IAU transcript
*School of Record Transcript carries an additional fee |
$13,600 |
| Housing & Student Life Fee |
Housing, Orientation, 24/7 Emergency Assistance, On-Site Support, Wellness Support
*Meal inclusions may be provided by location and housing type |
$5,500 |
| Program Fee | On-Site Activities, Study Tours, Pre-Departure Advising, International Insurance, Administrative Costs | $2,500 |
| Total Cost | $21,600 | |
Summer Program Costs
Summer 2026 Program Costs | France, Italy, Spain
*Note: Madrid and Florence do not offer Session B or C
| Fee | 3 Weeks/1 Course (Sessions B or C) | 6 Weeks/2 Courses (Session A) | 6 Weeks/3 Courses (Session A) | 8 Week Internship/2 Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,515 | $5,990 | $7,322 | $5,990 |
| Housing & Student Life Fee | $1,535 | $2,390 | $2,390 | $3,155 |
| Program Fee | $775 | $1,270 | $1,268 | $1,375 |
| Total Cost | $5,825 | $9,650 | $10,980 | $10,520 |
Early Start Program Costs
The optional Early Start Program (ESP) is a one-week, credit-bearing experience in France or Spain that jump-starts language immersion, cultural understanding, and city navigation through hands-on learning, excursions, and early housing. Students can register for ESP in their initial application or by emailing enroll@iau.edu.
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $910 |
| Housing | $435 |
| Other Program Fees | $195 |
| Total Cost | $1,540 |
The Early Start Program fee provides week-long housing, local excursions, language instruction, and one course credit.
All costs are subject to change.
PAYMENT DEADLINES
The following financial policies apply to all IAU study abroad campuses and programs.
| Term | Enrollment Deposit Date | Payment in Full Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 | May 8, 2026 | July 29, 2026 |
| Spring 2027 | October 2, 2026 | December 16, 2026 |
| Summer 2027 | March 18, 2027 | April 28, 2027 |
| Fall 2027 | May 7, 2027 | July 28, 2027 |
FINANCIAL POLICIES
All fees are due by the published payment deadline stated above. Failure to meet the established payment deadline may result in application cancellation or program removal. Such program cancellations or program removals are subject to the cancellation policy as stated below.
Students must have their financial accounts paid in-full before they are permitted to move into program housing, attend classes, or participate in any official program-related events or activities.
Financial Responsibility
Please click here for the policy for financial responsibility policies related to a student cancellation. All program start dates refer to the dates listed on the Academic Calendars of the program pages for location.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Invoices are issued directly to students via email, unless a prior billing arrangement exists with the student’s home institution. All payments must be received by the invoice due date. A $300 late fee will be applied to overdue accounts. Students with outstanding balances (excluding documented financial aid) may be unable to complete course registration, move into program housing, attend classes, or participate in any official program-related events or activities.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS
IAU is committed to making studying abroad a reality for students who otherwise may not have the opportunity and leading the industry in breaking down the cost barrier to study abroad. Through a robust offering of merit scholarships, grants, and need-based assistance for its semester, summer, and J-Term students.