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Summer Public Office Hours: May 20 – August 9

During the summer months, the Office of International Affairs will observe revised hours during with the office will be open to the public:

Monday – Thursday:

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

These hours do not reflect any changes in availability for drop-ins, appointments, or other business. If you have specific needs, you may reach out or utilize the Connect page. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Study Abroad Expenses Covered by Financial Aid

UC Merced Study Abroad Stories of Interest

Submitted by charmelin on Feb. 17, 2022

Infographic: What does financial aid cover for Study Abroad?

FAQ: What does financial aid cover for Study Abroad?

Basically, the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships receives an updated program budget for Study Abroad students and repackages students for the total minimum cost of attendance. In addition to tuition & fees, if you need roundtrip airfare or a study visa, Financial Aid repackages based on these estimated costs.

Here are specific costs typically covered:

  • Tuition & fees
  • Room & board
  • Travel & health insurance
  • One roundtrip airfare ticket
  • Local transportation
  • Books, lab fees, materials
  • Passports, study visas, residence permits
  • Internships & excursions included in the program

Here are specific costs typically excluded:

  • Wardrobe updates (e.g. heavy jackets for colder climates)
  • Extra travel plans not included in the program
  • Optional excursions & attractions
  • Additional roundtrip airfare tickets

If you want to go deeper, we occasional have Affordability sessions in person or via Zoom on our calendar. You can also view a recording on YouTube (10 min).

Start Your Application

Ready to apply? Head over to the MyStudyAbroad Portal to begin your find your progam and being your application today.