To be on the safe side, you should plan on budgeting around $2,800 for the trip (not including "fun money" or money for souvenirs, etc. This may differ somewhat depending on the cost of flights, exchange rates, etc. As of January 2015,
We'll be staying at a nicer "business hotel" or apartment complex in Dublin - while it adds to the cost, it pays off making it much more convenient for our travels around the area. The fact that it is a "business hotel"/apartment requires that you will be expected to dress & behave in a "business professional manner". Anyone not acting in an appropriate manner will be sent home on the next available flight (at your expense) as well as a forfeiture of any fees paid. It's not that hard - behave properly, enjoy the experience, and learn lots!
Here is a brief summary of the costs:
| Covered as part of the class | |
|---|---|
| Lodging | $800* (*NOTE: cut this in half if you share a room) |
| Events | $400 |
| Ground Transport | $200 |
| Miscellaneous | $70 |
| Loras required travel insurance | $30 |
| subtotal covered | $1,500 |
| Not covered (students will pay themselves) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Airfare | $950 | |
| Food | $350 | |
| Miscellaneous (extra spending $$$) | $______ | |
| subtotal not covered | $1,300 | |
| subtotal expenses | $2,800 | |
| Tuition (if taking for credit) | $1,000 apprx. | NOTE: contact Loras Registrar's Office |
| Organization/Guide fee (if haven't taken BUS379) | $200 | |
| Total to budget for | $_______ |