Estimated Program Cost: $6899-$7399* + Airfare 

*Final Program Cost is dependent on final group size. Cost may ultimately be lower, but all students applying for the program need to be prepared and plan for the higher end of the program cost range.
 

Program dates: May 14 - June 5, 2024 (3 weeks) (Departure from US on May 13 for those choosing Group Flight Option) Program Fee Includes:

• Undergraduate tuition for 3-6 credit hours
• Lodging for duration of program (hostels & hotels-multi-bed rooms)
  • See exceptions below concerning medical quarantines
• Entrance fees for all program-related excursions and activities 
• Daily breakfast at lodging locations
• Course-related ground transportation circumnavigating the island of Ireland
• Comprehensive International Medical Insurance through CISI that covers accidents, medical treatment, and trip interruption

Flights

• When applying for the program, students will be asked to select if they want to be on the group flight or will arrange their own airfare. This decision is final.
  • Group Flight- Students choosing this option will have their airfare arranged by WKU flying in and out of Nashville (BNA) and airfare cost will be billed to Summer TopNet account along with Program Fee
  • Arrange Own Airfare- Students choosing this option will be responsible for booking their own airfare and paying the airline directly for their flight cost. Arrival and departure parameters will be provided to students.

Program Fee Excludes:

• Items not explicitly listed as included
• Travel Cancellation Insurance- highly recommended
  • Most travel cancellation insurance policies require that insurance is purchased within a specific timeline after making a program deposit payment. See individual plan policies for more information.
• Medical costs not covered by WKU travel insurance and/or participant’s personal insurance
  • Participants are responsible for additional costs related to COVID-19 or other illness, such as required COVID testing prior to, during, and after travel; costs related to mandatory quarantines while on-site that are in addition to the program cost, such as additional lodging, meals, and/or transportation costs caused by the quarantine or illness
• Transportation between your departure airport and your home
• Independent travel expenses (voluntary travel not required for course completion)
• Personal expenses such as laundry, phone service, and Internet access
• Tips for guides and drivers not included in program-related activity
• Meals, services, and beverages not mentioned as designated group meals
• Baggage fees and costs associated with flight / program logistical changes based on the student’s preference (as possible)

Billable items will be charged to your TopNet account. 
Non-billable items must be paid to the appropriate organization. 
 

Payment & Billing Schedule

(see Participation Contract for full Payment Terms & Conditions) 

After acceptance into the program and payment of the $250 deposit by credit/debit card, your TopNet Account will be billed according to the following Payment Schedule:
 
December 15, 2023 –  Priority Application & Program Deposit Deadline. 

February 1, 2024- Final Application Deadline (Extended to February 15 on 2/1/24)

February 5, 2024- Final Date to Pay Non-Refundable Program Deposit (Extended to February 20 on 2/1/24)

May 1, 2024 - Program Balance Payment Deadline

Penalty for Withdrawal or Non-payment:
 
 After December 15: 25% of program cost billable to student
After February 1:  50% of program cost billable to students
After March 1:  75% of program cost billable to students
After April 1:  100% of program cost billable to students (No refund)
 
The total amount due in your semester invoice may reflect the combined charges for multiple terms (i.e. Fall and Winter or Spring and Summer) and includes program fees for your Faculty-Led program.  Please see your TopNet account for a breakdown of amounts due per term.  Refer to your Faculty-Led program’s Participation Contract for final payment due dates and billing information.  If you have any questions, please email study.abroad@wku.edu.