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Can I Afford to Study Abroad?

Of course you can! Generally, all financial aid awards (including loans, grants, and scholarships) are applicable to PSU-approved study abroad programs found listed within this website. There are also many scholarships that can be used for study abroad programs. In fact, some scholarships are specifically designed for study abroad participants. For more information and links to scholarship, please see: http://oia.pdx.edu/ea/scholarships/

The cost of study abroad programs varies depending on length of stay, program site, living arrangements, etc. Because each program is unique, it is important to check the program website or brochure to see the current program cost.

When figuring the actual program expenses, you should accurately compare all costs of living in Portland (tuition, housing, utilities, transportation, insurance, food, entertainment, etc.) with the costs stated online or in the brochure of the particular program of interest.

Studying abroad is an investment in your future. Like any other type of investment, it requires planning, careful management, creativity, perseverance and commitment. The personal, academic and professional rewards will last a lifetime.