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Low Cost Semester Programs

Compare the approximate cost of attendance at UNC-Chapel Hill for a semester versus the study abroad program cost listed in the budget sheet.

If you are an in-state student, there are many study abroad programs that are similar in cost to a fall or spring semester here at UNC Chapel Hill – and some programs that are even less expensive. The lists below includes programs that are less than $15,000 for in-state students.

If you are an out-of-state student, the majority of our study abroad programs are less expensive than a semester at UNC Chapel Hill. You may find that direct-enroll and provider programs are most cost-effective, since you pay tuition to a partner institution.

Approximate cost per semester at UNC:

2024 – 2025 | In-State: $13,500 | Out-of-State: $30,000

Semester Programs Less than $15,000

More Information

Not sure what the difference is between an exchange programs and a direct-enroll program? Check out the Study Abroad 101 video series to explore your program and funding options.

Learn more about program types.