Hamburg University of Applied Sciences

Hamburg, Germany

Estimated Costs for 2024-2025
Description Costs in USD
WSU Tuition and Fees *  $4,220.47
WSU Study Abroad Administrative Fee  $100.00
Hamburg Semester Contribution Fee & Bank Transfer Fee $430.55
Accommodations  $2,098.25
Meals  $1,618.65
Books   $150.00
GeoBlue Student Insurance   $219.00
German Health Insurance $708.50
Personal Expenses  $1,135.00
Visa $81.75
Passport  $165.00
Airfare  $894.60
Total  $11,821.77

*All fees are based on a 5 month period for a fall or spring semester.

 

NOTES:

  • Figures are estimates given by Host University. Figures were given in host currency and converted to United States Dollars using a floating exchange rate. As of 08/07/2024, 1 Euro (EUR) = 1.09 (USD) 
  • Hamburg Semester Contribution of 295 Euros must be paid by all students and includes a semester ticket which allows you unlimited travel on Hamburg's public transport system for the whole semester. We also added an estimated $109 bank transfer fee. 
  • Accommodation can range from 320-450 Euros per month. 
  • Meals on average at university cafeterias are 3.73 Euros. For 3 meals a day for 150 days (5 months) it is approximately 1,475 Euros. 
  • No exact estimate was provided by the partner university, however we estimate that you should not spend over $150 for textbooks for one semester. 
  • The GeoBlue Student Insurance Plan is required for international travel. The total cost is based on the total number of days the student is abroad.  As of July 2024, it cost $1.46 per day for a maximum $100,000 coverage and $100 deductible. 150 days (5 months) will be approximately $219.  There are different coverage plans available at different prices.
  • It is required to get German Health Insurance for students while in Germany. This costs up to 130 Euros per month. 
  • Residence permit and alien registration are required for all non-EU nationals staying in Germany longer than 90 days. Visas are obtained in Germany for about 75 Euros. 
  • Airfare cost was provided according to Orbitz as of July 2024 with travel dates of January 6, 2025 – June 2, 2025. This should provide a good estimate to cover the airfare expense. 
  • Personal expense estimates are provided by Financial Aid for students living on the WSU campus, which will be similar during a study abroad program. 

*Tuition and Fees are based on the Resident rate for 12 undergraduate credit hours at Wichita State University. Students will pay their current tuition rate during the study abroad program based on their residency and any specific college/department requirements. 

Disclaimer: All costs are estimates and subject to change. Some universities will require payment for accommodations in advance as well as other fees. In order to apply for visas, students may be required to show proof of funds, such as bank statements, to live in a host country. Please note extra travel expenses are not included. Budget accordingly.