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Programs : Budget Sheet

The following listing represents the Semester Budget Sheet for Bond University.
 

Semester Budget Sheet for Bond University
Semester Budget Sheet for Bond University
Budget Item One Semester At This Program
Bentley Tuition *   $29,075.00
International Education Administrative Fee *   $500.00
Additional Program Costs Billed by Bentley *   $3,500.00
Billable subtotal:  $33,075.00
Other estimated expenses   $165.00
Course Supplies and Books   $350.00
Roundtrip Airfare (!)   $2,000.00
Student Visa   $450.00
US Passport   $165.00
Local Transportation   $300.00
Personal Expenses (!)   $2,500.00
Non-billable subtotal:  $5,930.00
Total: $39,005.00
Notes:
BILLABLE EXPENSES
These are the charges that will appear on the Bentley student account.  Bentley approved study abroad programs follow the Bentley home school tuition policy.    
 
Additional Program Costs billed by Bentley: 
On-campus housing - approximately $2925-3600 AUD* = $1900-$2300 USD* depending on assigned housing type 
Meal Plan - required if on-campus housing is chosen - approximately $2200 AUD* = $1400USD*
Student Activities Fee- approximately $105 AUD* = $70 USD*
CISI International Insurance $175 USD 
*may change due to fluctuating exchange rate


HOUSING/MEALS
Option 1 -  Bond on-campus housing - The cost billed to your Bentley student account. Students do not make any payments to Bond for on-campus housing. 
Option 2 -  Off--campus housing - Students who choose this option will be expected to book on their own and pay directly to the housing provider. 
         
NON BILLABLE EXPENSES
Students pay “non-billable” expenses independently.  These expenses are not billed by Bentley.  The non-billable expenses included here are ESTIMATES.  Many of these expenses will vary based on personal preferences and local factors. Consult materials provided by the host university or program, and speak with peer advisors for more details.

OTHER ESTIMTED EXPENSES - OSHC and Visa 
All students visiting Australia are mandated to have OSCH (Overseas Student Health Cover)- approximately $249 AUD* = $165 USD*. This coverage is in addition to US coverage and CISI international coverage, and will be paid to Bond directly. Students are required to have a student visa, and this fee is approximately $650 AUD* = $435 USD*and this fee will be paid to the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs directly. 

PERSONAL EXPENSES
The total amount varies depending on the student's spending habits and needs. Personal expenses may include entry/exit fees, residency fees, activity/student union fees, optional tours, excursions, and/or volunteer activities, utilities/internet, cell phone/SIM Card, etc.

For a side-by side comparison of estimated Bentley costs vs. estimated study abroad costs, please visit the Fees & Billing page on our website.

Based on Spring 2024 semester costs
Updated 10/26/23
All expenses and fees are subject to change without notice and may change due to fluctuating exchange rate
* Billable item