What's Included in Our Israel Program Fees

At IFSA-Butler, we believe our program fees offer more comprehensive student support than any other study abroad organization. In addition to a great academic and cultural experience abroad, our fees include the following:

Academics

TuitionFull academic advising and course selection/approval assistanceButler University transcript for easy credit transferAcademic records maintenanceGrade and credit query assistance

Housing

Guaranteed pre-arranged housing on and off campusFully furnished accommodationVariety of housing and meal plan options offered

Predeparture support services

Personalized advising with your IFSA-Butler program advisorWelcome packet, Preparing to Study Abroad Israel, Money Matters guide, and newsletter updatesParental support including Preparing to Study Abroad Israel and Money Matters guide
Assistance in accommodating students with disabilitiesTravel and entry/clearancestudent visa assistanceGroup flight arrangements

On-site services

Airport pickup for group flightsFull-time office in Jerusalem for assistance and supportStudent orientation in Jerusalem (including transportation, accommodation, activities, student handbook and welcome materials, and most meals).Transportation to host university accommodation following orientationNew student orientation at host universityNewsletter updates throughout the semester (semester/year programs programs)IFSA-Butler welcome meal

Excursions and activities (semester/year programs)

Mid-semester weekend excursions and adventure tripsCultural activities and social eventsDay trips and sightseeing tours

Health services and emergency assistance

Finances

Numerous IFSA-Butler Scholarships availableMonthly payment plan availableAbility to pay by credit cardFinancial aid transfersU.S. university direct billing arrangements

Some U.S. colleges and universities ("direct bill institutions") pay IFSA-Butler fees on behalf of their students. Students attending these direct bill institutions pay the IFSA-Butler program fee directly to their home college or university. Students from direct-bill colleges and universities may pay a different fee, but they receive the same outstanding services from IFSA-Butler.

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