Costs
UT-Austin Students | Non-UT Students | Housing Fees
UT Austin Students
Students of The University of Texas at Austin pay three sets of charges to participate in the Semester in Los Angeles program: UT tuition/fees, a program fee and a housing fee.
| Estimated Expenses for Academic Year 2013/2014 | Fall/Spring | Summer |
| Avg. 17 wks | Avg. 11 wks | |
| UT TUITION & FEES* | ||
| Estimated tuition, (Based on Undergrad TX Resident in College of Communication) | $4,832 | $3,325 |
| SEMESTER IN LA PROGRAM FEE | ||
| Program Fee | $3,800 | $2,900 |
| SEMESTER IN LA HOUSING FEE | ||
| Furnished Housing at Oakwood Apts. (2bed/2bath option) | $4,446 | $2,968 |
| TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES | ||
| Transportation to and from LA (Driving own car) | $800 | $800 |
| Gasoline in LA ($110/week) | $1,870 | $1,210 |
| Oil & Filter Change ($35 ea.) | $70 | $35 |
| MEALS | ||
| Personal Meal - 1 meal out per week @ $20/meal | $340 | $220 |
| Business Meal - 1 meal out per week @ $50/meal | $850 | $550 |
| GROCERIES | ||
| $50/week per person | $850 | $550 |
| ENTERTAINMENT | ||
| $250/month per person | $1,063 | $688 |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ||
| $100/month per person | $425 | $275 |
| TOTAL | $19,346 | $13,521 |
*The UT tuition and fees displayed in this table are based on full-time enrollment for resident undergraduate students in the College of Communication and will vary based on a student's status and semester of participation. Summer 2013 tuition is only an estimate.
NOTE: All fees are subject to change.
UT Tuition and Fees
All participants are billed for UT tuition and fees in accordance with the policy found on The University of Texas at Austin course schedule. Please consult the schedule of UT tuition and fees to calculate tuition and fees for the semester of participation based on your status at UT. Undergraduate participants are required to register for 12 hours in the fall/spring or 9 hours in the summer. Flat rate tuition applies for undergraduate students. Graduate students are required to register for 9 hours during a long semester, 6 hours in the summer. Graduate students are billed per credit hour. Tuition and fees are paid in accordance with The University of Texas at Austin published payment policies and schedules. To pay your Semester in Los Angeles registration bill, go to “My Tuition Bill” on UT Direct.
Program Fee
The program fee includes a $500 non-refundable, non-transferable enrollment deposit, payable within 5 days of acceptance to the program, which reserves a place in the program. Final acceptance in the program is subject to satisfactory completion of course pre-requisites, GPA requirements and other pre-departure requirements. Enrollment deposits are deducted from the total program fee. Payments for the Semester in Los Angeles program fee are made online through the “What I Owe” feature of UT Direct.
Housing Fee
All students participating in the Semester in Los Angeles program are required to live in apartments contracted by the University with The Oakwood – Toluca Hills Corporate Housing. Students may choose from three housing options at the Oakwood Apartments.
How to Pay: Pay online by the published deadlines via the “What I Owe” feature of UT Direct. Payment can be made with Electronic Funds Transfer, E-check (no cost), MasterCard or Discover.
Non-UT Austin Students
Participants from other universities pay three sets of charges to participate in the Semester in Los Angeles program: University Extension course fees, a program fee and a housing fee.
| Estimated Expenses for Academic Year 2012/2013 | Fall/Spring | Summer |
| Avg. 17 wks | Avg. 11 wks | |
| UNIVERSITY EXTENSION COURSE FEES | ||
| Based on full-time enrollment | $9,471 | $7,101 |
| PROGRAM FEE | $7,100 | $6,200 |
| HOUSING EXPENSES* | ||
| Furnished Housing at Oakwood Apts. (2bed/2bath option) | $4,413/4,478 | $2,884 |
| TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES | ||
| Transportation to and from LA (Driving own car) | $800 | $800 |
| Gasoline in LA ($110/week) | $1,870 | $1,210 |
| Oil & Filter Change ($35 ea.) | $70 | $35 |
| MEALS | ||
| Personal Meal - 1 meal out per week @ $20/meal | $340 | $220 |
| Business Meal - 1 meal out per week @ $50/meal | $850 | $550 |
| GROCERIES | ||
| $50/week per person | $850 | $550 |
| ENTERTAINMENT | ||
| $250/month per person | $1,063 | $688 |
| MISCELLANEOUS | ||
| $100/month per person | $425 | $275 |
| TOTAL | $27,252/27,317 | $20,513 |
*Students may choose from three housing options at the Oakwood Apartments: 4 students to a 2 BR Apt., or 2 students to a 1 BR Apt., or 1 student in a Studio Apt.
University Extension Course Fees
Students register for their courses through The University of Texas at Austin Division of Continuing & Extended Education, University Extension. Students are required to maintain full-time enrollment status while participating in the Semester in Los Angeles Program. For undergraduate students this means a minimum of 4 courses (12 credit hours) during fall or spring semester, and 3 courses (9 hours) during the summer. For graduate students, this means 3 courses (9 hours) during fall or spring semesters, and 2 courses (6 hours) during the summer. All program participants are required to enroll in the COM350L course. Please note that in addition to their course fees, non-UT students must pay a $40 library fee to University Extension, which entitles them to use proprietary databases.
How to Pay: The course fees are payable to the UT-Austin Division of Continuing Education, University Extension. You can pay by check, cash, or credit/debit card (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover only).
Program Fee
The program fee includes an $800 (non-refundable) enrollment deposit, payable within 5 days of acceptance, which confirms a place in the program subject to satisfactory completion of course pre-requisite and GPA requirements. Enrollment deposits are deducted from the total program fee.
How to Pay: The UTLA program fee is payable to the UT-Austin Division of Continuing Education, University Extension. You can pay by check, cash, or credit/debit card (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover only).
Housing Fee
All students participating in the Semester in Los Angeles program are required to live in apartments contracted by the University with The Oakwood – Toluca Hills Corporate Housing. Students may choose from three housing options at the Oakwood Apartments.
How to Pay: Pay online by the published deadlines via the “What I Owe” feature of UT Direct. Payment can be made with Electronic Funds Transfer, E-check (no cost), MasterCard or Discover.
Financial Aid (UT Students)
Students of The University of Texas at Austin who receive financial aid through the Office of Student Financial Services may apply their awards toward the cost of participating in the Semester in Los Angeles program. Students not currently using financial aid who are interested in applying for it, are encouraged to do so.
Students are also strongly encouraged to apply for scholarships through the University, individual colleges and academic departments to help defray costs associated with participation in the UTLA program. A special Wofford Denius Scholarship is available to students in the College of Communication who are participating in the Semester in LA Program each semester. For summer semesters, students may apply for the Sheryl Levine Guterman Scholarship. Finally, students who are interested in pursuing an internship related to the music industry may also be eligible to apply for a Wofford Denius Music Industry Internship Grant (applies to summer semester only).
Financial Aid & Scholarships (Other Students)
If you are currently receiving and/or planning to seek financial aid to help finance your Semester in Los Angeles program with The University of Texas, you should contact a financial aid officer at your home campus immediately to determine what aid will apply to this program. All forms of aid must be processed through your home campus financial aid office. University Extension at The University of Texas at Austin will confirm your participation in a full-time program of study in the Semester in Los Angeles program.
Covered expenses
- Guaranteed student housing in the Oakwood apartment complex, within walking distance of the UTLA Center;
- On-site orientation shortly after arrival in Los Angeles;
- Welcome and closing events/meals;
- UTLA handbook;
- Most course materials;
- Around the clock access to program staff in case of emergencies;
- Access to UTLA center resources, computer lab and online entertainment resources;
- Permanent access to a database of employers and an electronic job/internship updates;
- Program-related visits in the LA area;
- Administrative and instructional costs associated with offering a program off campus.
Not Included
- Transportation to and from Los Angeles;
- Local transportation;
- Books (calculated at $50, as most course materials are included);
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Meals, entertainment and incidentals. The estimate provided is a high-end
estimate, but this varies by student; -
Health insurance. All participants are required to have health insurance coverage
for the duration of the semester of participation.
FAQ
I've never received financial aid before; am I eligible?
Don't be discouraged about participating in the program due to financial reasons. Consider external scholarships, and investigate the possibility of a student loan. Even if you have not previously received financial aid, you may be eligible. For more information, visit your financial aid office.
