At Bryant students learn to compete in a global economy. And there is no better way to learn about the world than to study abroad.
Bryant’s study abroad opportunities include a two week experience, academic term programs (regular, winter, or summer), and travel components with selected academic courses. Students have the chance to become proficient in another language, begin to cultivate a global perspective, and take amazing courses unique to that location and/or culture, while enjoying experiences in a different culture.
Bryant offers sponsored study abroad programs in most regions of the world, through partner relationships with the following organizations:
Arcadia University: The College of Global Studies sponsors university affiliated programs in a variety of locations around the world. Approved Arcadia programs are located in Australia, China, England, France, Greece, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, and Wales. Arcadia University also offers internship programs in a variety of cities around the world.
The Alliance for Global Education offers study in India and in China. The Alliance is a non-profit partner of Arcadia University.
CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange) sponsors more than 109 university affiliated programs throughout the world. Approved programs with CIEE include the following: Argentina, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Cambodia, China, Chile, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, France, Ghana, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korea, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Senegal, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam. CIEE also offers internship programs in a variety of cities around the world.
API (Academic Programs International) sponsors university-affiliated programs in a variety of locations around the world. Approved API programs are located in Argentina, Bhutan, Chili, China, Croatia, Cuba, Costa Rica, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Poland, Qatar, Scotland, Spain, UAE, and Wales. API also offers internship programs in a variety of cities around the world.
IES (Institute for the International Education of Students)sponsors university-affiliated programs in a variety of locations around the world. Approved IES programs are located in Argentina, Austria, Chile, China, Ecuador, European Union, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, and the Netherlands.
ISA (International Studies Abroad) sponsors a number of university affiliated programs in a variety of locations around the world. ISA approved programs are located in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Mexico, Peru and Spain.
IAU College (The Institute for American Universities) provides students with academic programs in Southern France for a semester or summer. IAU is one of the few study abroad programs in France to offer coursework in English. In addition, they offer internships to students with an advanced level of French.
The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) sponsors a number of university affiliated programs in a variety of locations around the world. TEAN approved programs are located in Australia, New Zealand, China, South Korea, Singapore, Cambodia and Thailand. TEAN also offers internship programs in a variety of cities around the world.
The U.S.-China Institute at Bryant specializes in offering both short and long-term study abroad and internship programs in China with partner universities in Wuhan, Beijing, and other cities.
Customized International Business Program Bryant’s International Business (IB) program provides customized study abroad opportunities for their students. Currently, they offer programs in Spain, Chile, France, China and Italy. These customized programs are designed to strengthen the students’ understanding of international business and their language skills. Each of the customized programs offers students a study abroad experience and an international internship in their second language.
Direct Exchange Opportunities
Each year Bryant is adding more direct exchange opportunities to its available options. What this means is that you will enroll at a partner university where you have the possibility to take both business and A&S courses that fulfill degree requirements. The direct exchanges are a more immersive experience that enables you to meet more students from around the world.
In addition, the direct exchange billing works differently, so you will only pay Bryant tuition (financial aid still applies). The housing and meal options are paid directly to the partner program, so there may be a possibility to find a program that is more affordable for you. Check in with the Study Abroad Office to learn more about the options available.
Student Fees for Study Abroad Programs 2020-2021
Study Abroad participants are charged the same rates that a traditional Bryant University student would be assessed if they were studying on campus unless the total charge at the host institution abroad exceeds the comparable charges at Bryant University. Students are billed by Bryant University directly and are expected to make the payment to Bryant on the traditional billing due dates (August for the fall term and January for the spring term).
Certain Study Abroad Programs will require application fees.
Application Fee:
- IAU: $85 paid by the student directly to IAU
Deposit Fees:
- Upon acceptance, the confirmation deposit will be paid directly by Bryant University
Security/Refundable Deposits:
- Students participating in a program through The Education Abroad Network (TEAN) will be responsible for their own security refundable deposit. Each provider will directly bill the student for the refundable security deposits, and the student is expected to pay that out of pocket.
Below are the 2020 regular term costs for study abroad participants:
| Tuition | $22,983 |
| Room* | $4,794.50-6,265.00** |
| Meal Plan*
Study Abroad Fee |
$2,846.50-3,307.50
$500.00 |
| Additional Fees* (Not charged by Bryant) | $4,000-$6,000+ |
| *Varies based on program location |
**The University will pay up to $6,265.00 in housing costs to the host institution. If a student chooses a housing option that exceeds the cost, the student will be billed and is responsible for paying the difference.
Tuition
The tuition rate is the cost of a traditional term of study at Bryant University. Tuition may vary depending upon student’s catalog year and financial aid package.
Room
The room rate is dependent upon the type of housing that a study abroad participant chooses. If the participant is housed in a room that is typical of the Bryant University on-campus dorm-style living, the fee is $4,794.50 (double). However, in certain circumstances, participants are given the option to live alone and are housed in a facility that is typical of the Bryant University on-campus townhouse-style living and those students are charged at the higher rate of $5,832.00 (double) or $6,265.00 (single). Also, certain programs offer housing (on and off campus) that is not comparable to on-campus living at Bryant. In these situations, the host institution may assess a surcharge to cover additional services that are offered with the housing (i.e. telephone, internet, bed linens, cleaning services, etc.). Please be advised that the surcharge will be added to your Bryant University tuition bill. These surcharges will not be on your initial bill since the host institution does not notify Bryant University until after the semester has begun. You will be notified via your Bryant University email address that an updated Electronic Bill (E-Bill) is ready for viewing.
Meal Plan
Depending on the program, a student may receive meals (e.g. home-stay accommodation), have the option to purchase meals on their own (i.e. self-catered), or participate in a meal program at the university they are attending abroad. If they participate in the meal program abroad, or are receiving meals through their housing option, a fee of $2,846.50-3,307.50 will be assessed to their Bryant University account, depending on the number of meals they are receiving abroad. Since the meal plan is optional in some locations, and is not typical at most institutions, additional fees do not apply to every student. Meal plan charges will not be on your initial billing statement. If Bryant is notified by the host institution of meal plan enrollment and/or additional fees, you will be notified via your Bryant University email address that an updated Electronic Bill (E-Bill) is ready for viewing.
Home Family Accommodations
Bryant students are billed at the Bryant University on-campus residence hall style-living for host family accommodations $4,794.50 (double). A student will be assessed a meal plan fee of $2,846.50-3,307.50 to their Bryant University account if they are receiving 1-3 meals per day in their home-stay accommodations. Meal plan charges will not be on your initial billing statement. If Bryant is notified that your home-stay includes 1-3 meals per day, then you will be notified via your Bryant University email address that an updated Electronic Bill (E-Bill) is ready for viewing.
Additional Fees
Additional fees are any supplemental costs of the program and are billed directly by the third party provider or paid directly by the student. The amounts listed are estimates based upon amounts experienced by past participants. The actual costs may vary. Such fees may include, but are not limited to, R/T airfare, VISA processing fee, health insurance fee, cell phones, health club memberships, cleaning fee, bed-linen fee, etc.
Withdrawal Policy
In case of cancellation, the student is subject to the refund policy of the program provider. Each program provider lists the cancellation policy on their website, so be sure to read that information before applying.
Study Abroad Surcharge
If the total charge at the host institution abroad exceeds the comparable charges at Bryant University, a surcharge will be assessed to the student’s account in the amount equal to the difference between the two costs.
All study abroad billing inquiries should be addressed to the Bryant University Bursar’s Office at (401) 232-6030. Please Note: Students will initially be billed the Bryant University rates. Once Bryant University is billed by the host institution, any appropriate adjustments are made to the student’s account and the student will be notified via Bryant University email address that an updated Electronic Bill (E-Bill) is ready for viewing.
- Written pre-approval (course agreement) from a Bryant University Undergraduate Advisor is required for coursework taken at the Host Institution if transfer credit or Financial Aid is to be awarded.
- For students on Financial Aid, written pre-approval for all coursework to be taken at the Host Institution is required by a Bryant University Financial Aid Officer.
- A “C” grade or better (or the equivalent of “C” grade or better as determined by a Bryant University Study Abroad official) is required if transfer credit is to be awarded.
- Grades earned at the Host Institution appear on the Bryant University transcript with no quality points. Grades are not calculated in the Bryant University GPA. Course credits are added to the total credits earned.
- Bryant studednts with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 are eligible to apply for Bryant University approved term Study Abroad programs. The Sophomore International Experience requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. The GPA for short-term programs in the summer and winter terms may vary.
- Good standing at Bryant University is a requirement for participation in all Study Abroad programs.
- Students are responsible for meeting all deadlines as posted by Bryant University and the Host Institution.
- Financial obligations must be fulfilled.
- Transfer students must complete one full semester of study at Bryant University to establish a GPA prior to applying for a study abroad semester program. Transfer students are eligible to apply for the SIE program during their first academic year at Bryant University.
Academic Course with Travel Component
Bryant also offers short-term study abroad programs in conjunction with faculty-developed courses. Short-term programs provide students with experiential learning overseas, which enhances the classroom component of the total academic experience. These faculty-led trips are a unique opportunity to improve understanding of language, business, culture, history, and geography. Fees for the travel component of these courses vary and are charged separately and in addition to normal tuition and term fees.
Sophomore International Experience (SIE)
Bryant offers the Sophomore International Experience. Students have the opportunity to earn three academic credits spending 10 to 12 days overseas and learning about other cultures and how businesses operate globally. The Sophomore International Experience is offered during the winter and summer breaks. Costs, fees, and eligibility for these programs differ from other study abroad programs. Details about this program can also be viewed at www.bryant.edu/sophomore.
SIE Eligibility
- Student must be going into their sophomore year at Bryant OR have at least one’s semester’s worth of a Bryant GPA if they transferred in the previous academic year;
- Students must have a minimum of a 2.0 cumulative GPA at time of application;
- Good academic, financial, and judicial standing at Bryant University is a requirement for participation in all SIE programs.
SIE Payments
Bryant does not bill for the SIE programs; students must make deposits for this program through the Student Account Center. Students can access the payment dates on the Study abroad website located in the Bryant portal. Questions regarding payments should be addressed to the Bryant University Bursar’s Office at (401) 232-6030.
SIE Refund & Cancellation Policy
The $500.00 application deposit is non-refundable unless the University is unable to place the student in an SIE program or if s/he withdraws before s/he has been formally accepted to the program. In addition, depending on when the date of withdrawal from an SIE, a student may still be responsible for the full amount of the SIE program. Therefore, students should be certain that they intend to participate in the SIE when they apply. Part of the SIE application process includes information regarding the withdrawal/cancellation policy that must be accepted in order to apply.