Study Abroad Financial Aid

If you are considering study abroad as part of your academic experience at Lesley, it's important to consider the financial implications. Lesley University offers a variety of study abroad programs around the globe. Although Lesley grants and scholarships are not available for use during your time abroad, Federal, State, and private funding may be used to pay for your abroad costs. The Office of Financial Aid can help you determine which options may be best for you and assist you with the required paperwork. There are two types of study abroad programs.

Lesley University-affiliated Programs

As a participant in an affiliated study abroad program you will be charged the tuition of the host program and not Lesley University's tuition. Tuition charges are paid to Lesley University. You will be responsible for paying room and board to the provider, and travel expenses separately. In many cases, although not all, study abroad programs charge less than American Universities. Visit Study Abroad Opportunities for an up-to-date list of Lesley University affiliated programs and their respective costs.

Programs Not Affiliated with Lesley University

1. Complete a Non-Affiliated Contractual Agreement [pdf] which has sections to be filled out by you, Lesley University, and the host institution.
2. The only types of federal aid you may be eligible for, depending on your demonstrated financial need, are a Federal Stafford Loan (subsidized and/or unsubsidized) and a Federal Pell Grant.
3. You will not be eligible for any Lesley University Funding (MassGrant, Gilbert Grant, MA No Interest Loan or funding from any state other than Massachusetts). Refer to your Financial Aid Award Letter to see if these are funds on which you rely.
4. You will not be charged any tuition or fees by Lesley University.
5. You will pay tuition, fees, room and board to your host institution.
6. You will pay for your own travel expenses.
7. If you study abroad for only one semester, you will be eligible for your full range of funding for the semester that you are on campus at Lesley.
8. If you need additional funding beyond what is offered in your Financial Aid Award Letter, you or your parent(s) can apply for private alternative student loans. Lesley University will send these funds to your home address and NOT to the host institution.
9. Contact the Office of Financial Aid to determine when your funds will be available to you. Depending on your program’s payment deadlines, you may need to make other payment arrangements first, then use your Financial Aid to reimburse yourself.