Cost

Global Scholars allows for multiple study/research abroad opportunities. Students will receive guidance and support on funding their abroad experiences. Global Scholars are required to start their freshmen year in Dublin, Ireland.

The cost of a student's 1st semester in Dublin as opposed to Waco will be comparable and will include tuition, housing, and flights to Dublin. 

All Baylor academic scholarships and need-based awards will apply to this program as if you were on the Waco campus. Learn more about all the scholarship opportunities and financial aid available to Baylor students here. More than 90% of Baylor undergraduates receive financial aid, so this "total" could look much different for you based on your situation. 

INDIRECT COSTS: Keep in mind that these costs do not include meals, passport costs, personal expenses, books, and supplies that you'll need during your freshman fall semester. 

MEAL COSTS: In Dublin, each student apartment has its own en-suite kitchen. Therefore, we encourage students to save on meal costs by going grocery shopping and cooking at home most days. Additionally, the Dublin Business School (where you'll take classes) has an on-campus cafe, and there are plenty of nearby restaurants if you're looking to eat out. 

RECREATION COSTS: In addition to what is already provided for no additional cost (nearby parks, library space, residential building common areas with TV, pool table, computer consoles, study lounge, and gym), students also have access to pay at their own expense for local gyms, swimming pools, cinemas, museums, etc.

ADDITIONAL COSTS: An Irish immigration visa fee is required and costs 300 Euros (328 US dollars). Students will need a credit card with them to submit this payment. FIE staff will help students with this once they are in Ireland. For some events such as Leinster Rugby and Abbey Theatre, FIE students get heavily discounted tickets. Most students in Dublin quickly realize that it is a compact city and many choose to walk. However, students can purchase a Student Leap Card that allows them to use any form of public transport in Dublin at a discounted rate.

Adding an international plan to a U.S. phone plan is expensive! FIE recommends students buy an Irish sim card to place inside an UNLOCKED U.S. phone as it is much cheaper. 99% of students use the Three Network which is approximately 20 Euros per month ($11).

Still, have questions?  Email Global_Scholars@baylor.edu