Costs and Dates
| Dates | Costs |
|---|---|
| Fall 2008 (15 weeks) | Fall 2008 |
| Spring 2009 (15 weeks) | Spring 2009 |
| Summer 2009 (10 weeks) | Summer 2009 |
2008 Fall Semester (15 weeks)
| Deadline | Due Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline for applications | July 14, 2008 |
| Deadline for in-country applications/transfers | July 21 , 2008 |
| You must arrive on or before | August 12, 2008 |
| Placement test and orientation | August 13, 2008 |
| Payment of tuition and fees | August 18, 2008 |
| Classes begin | August 19, 2008 |
| Exams end--last day of the semester | December 5, 2008 |
2009 Spring Semester (15 weeks)
| Deadline | Due Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline for applications | December 5 , 2008 |
| Deadline for in-country applications/transfers | December 12, 2008 |
| You must arrive on or before | January 5, 2009 |
| Placement test and orientation | January 6, 2009 |
| Payment of tuition and fees | January 9, 2009 |
| Classes begin | January 12, 2009 |
| Exams end--last day of the semester | May 1, 2009 |
2009 Summer Semester (10 weeks)
| Deadline | Due Date |
|---|---|
| Deadline for applications | April 10, 2009 |
| Deadline for in-country applications/transfers | May 4 , 2009 |
| You must arrive on or before | May 11, 2009 |
| Placement test and orientation | May 12, 2009 |
| Payment of tuition and fees | May 15, 2009 |
| Classes begin | May 18, 2009 |
| Exams end--last day of the semester | July 24, 2009 |
2008 Fall Semester
| Educational Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition, 18 hours of instruction per week | $3,006 |
| Georgia State Mandatory Student Fee (for use of library, computers, recreation center, etc.) | $600 |
| Textbooks & Supplies | $200* |
| Living Expenses | |
| Health & accident insurance | $358** |
| Local Transportation | $315* |
| Housing & Food | $4185* |
| Personal Expenses | $1125* |
| Total Estimated Expenses: US $9789* | |
2009 Spring Semester
| Educational Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition, 18 hours of instruction per week | $3,006 |
| Georgia State Mandatory Student Fee (for use of library, computers, recreation center, etc.) | $600 |
| Textbooks & Supplies | $200* |
| Living Expenses | |
| Health & accident insurance | $472** |
| Local Transportation | $315* |
| Housing & Food | $4185* |
| Personal Expenses | $1125* |
| Total Estimated Expenses: US $9903* | |
2009 Summer Semester (10 Weeks)
| Education Expenses | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition, 25 hours of instruction per week | $3,006 |
| Georgia State Mandatory Student Fee (for use of library, computers, recreation center, etc.) | $410* |
| Textbooks & Supplies | $200* |
| Living Expenses | |
| Health & accident insurance | $224** |
| Local Transportation | $210* |
| Housing & Food | $2,866* |
| Personal Expenses | $750* |
| Total Estimated Expenses: US $7666* (Summer semesters are slightly less than Fall and Spring due to decreased number of weeks, although the hours are equivalent) |
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* These amounts are estimates. Figures represent minimal costs of living in Atlanta. Personal expenses vary greatly. The amounts and dates shown may change without notice. Go to Universal Currency Converter to convert your country’s currency to US$.
** Health insurance is required only for F and J visas. Spring insurance covers Spring and Summer semesters (January - August).
Because tuition must be paid during IEP orientation week, all students should have the exact funds available in U.S. dollars.
Refund Policy
Fees
No refund for GSU fee before the first day of class
Tuition
- 100% tuition refund if you withdraw from any or all classes before the first day of class
- 75% tuition refund if you withdraw from any or all classes on or before the end of the first week of classes
- 50% tuition refund if you withdraw from any or all classes on or before the end of the second week of classes
- No tuition refunds after the second week of the classes has ended.
- No tuition refunds are given if the withdrawal is due to classroom policy violations.
