Costs & Financing
Begin Planning Your Education Abroad Experience
Planning ahead helps make your education abroad experience smoother from the very beginning.
This page explains what your program costs include, what additional expenses you’ll want to plan for, and the resources available to help you prepare. Whether you’re exploring funding options, building a personal budget, or simply understanding what to expect, we’re here to help you take the next step with confidence.
Program Cost
The cost of each Summer 2026 program is $7,950 USD.
That fee covers the many elements that make the Fribourg Institute a truly distinctive program.
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Budget Calculator
Every student’s journey looks a little different. Our interactive calculator allows you to enter your costs for airfare, meals, weekend travel, and personal expenses to build a realistic picture of your total investment. All values are in U.S. dollars.
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Round-trip airfare | $1,500 |
Credit Transfer and Financial Aid
Arclight Institute is structured to make financial aid as accessible as possible. Each program is comprised of two 3-credit courses for a total of 6 credits for summer study. This structure maximizes the likelihood that institutional financial aid can be applied.
Consult with your study abroad office, registrar, and financial aid office to determine the policies of your home institution. In many cases, federal and institutional aid can defray part or all of the program cost.
If you need further assistance, please reach out. Our staff are available to help you navigate the process.
Moving Forward
Once you understand what's included, what you'll plan for separately, and the resources available to support you, you're ready for the next stage of your education abroad journey.
Learn how to apply, review important dates and requirements, and explore additional resources designed to help you prepare for your experience in Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Application Process
Can I use financial aid for this program?
Often, students can apply federal and institutional aid to the program cost. We provide documentation and support to help you navigate the process with your study abroad office and financial aid team.
What additional costs should I budget for?
You will purchase your airfare from your home country to Frankfurt, Germany, and back home from Paris, France.
Weekday breakfasts plus 2-3 group dinners are included in the program fee. Other meals and snacks are on your own. You will have access to cafes, restaurants, and even grocery stores so you can prepare lunches and dinners in the chateau’s chef’s kitchen.
You may want to budget for independent exploration and travel during your free time, personal items like toiletries, and classroom supplies like a laptop, notebook, and writing utensils.
Most European businesses accept credit and debit cards, but it’s helpful to carry some local currency for small purchases. The budget calculator on this page can help you estimate your total cost, and we are happy to answer general questions about possible expenses.
May I enroll in more than one program in the same summer?
No. Arclight summer programs run concurrently. However, students are more than welcome to attend in subsequent summers during their undergraduate and graduate study.
What airports do I need to fly into and out of?
You will fly from your home country to Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA), arriving in time for the beginning of the in-country portion of the program.
You will fly home from Paris Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) at the conclusion of our final in-country learning experience.
