Program Cost

The cost for your participation in the Paris American Academy semester will include the following items.

Item

Cost

Notes

Program Fee

$250

Includes (among other items): administrative costs at Kent and PAA

International Health Insurance

$270

Required for all students participating in an education abroad program

Paris American Academy Tuition

$8,400

Tuition rates will vary based on exchange rates

Paris American Academy Housing

$5,000

Housing rates will vary based on exchange rates
The cost for a single apartment will be higher than the amount displayed here

Field Trips

$2,200

Includes lodging and transportation. Actual costs might vary upon the specific academic cohort in which you are enrolled

Round Trip Airfare

$1,650 (estimate)

Only applicable for students participating in the group flight. Independent travelers will pay for their flight on their own

Total Payable to KSU Bursar

$17,770

 

Here are a few things to keep in mind while you look over the program costs.

  • These costs do not include food, textbooks, travel to group flight departure points, and other incidentals.
  • These estimates are not guaranteed for future semesters.
  • Most Kent State University scholarships will apply to study abroad costs and  federal financial aid will apply. Non-KSU students, contact your university financial aid office for information
  • Please remember to apply early if you are planning to use financial aid or loans
  • You will be billed by the Kent State University Bursar for the items listed above (excluding airfare if you fly independently). A payment plan is available.
  • When budgeting, take into account what optional independent travel around Europe you might want to do.