These figures are designed to assist students with financial planning but are only estimates based on past students’ experiences at an exchange rate of $.77 to NZ$1. They do not include any entertainment or vacation travel costs. If the student is accepted into a catered residential college providing full board, substitute the meal plan fee (detailed in the Supplemental Charges section) for the meal cost estimate above.

The above numbers are general estimates of expenses during a program abroad. We recommend taking into account your current spending habits, the cost of living in your host country, and the current exchange rate. Your IFSA-Butler program coordinator can be helpful as you attempt to work on a personal budget for your experience abroad.

† Personal Miscellaneous estimates cover general expenses of college life, including laundry, course supplies, photocopying, toiletries, snacks, personal care, etc.

All costs are in U.S. dollars.