Program Costs ( Estimated)
Bucknell in Nicaragua
Estimated Costs are presented below. Tuition charges will be finalized in the spring by the Board of Trustees. The Program Fee* estimate includes airfare and is subject to change.
Summer School Tuition (Estimated) | Program Fee* (Estimated) | Tuition + Program Fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
Grass Roots Development Required Course | $2175 | $2000 |
Total Costs if just taking required course |
Optional Independent Study Course | $2175 | No additional fee | $2175 |
Total for Both Courses | $4350 | $2000 |
$6350 Total Cost of taking Required Course + Optional Independent Study Course |
Required Course: Tuition + Program Fee = $4175
Required Course AND Optional Independent Study Course: $6350
*Program Fee Covers the following costs:
- Group Airfare: Roundtrip to Nicaragua
- Group Ground Transportation: Lewisburg- airport- Lewisburg
- Room and Board at the Center for Development in Central America (Entire group living in single large dormitory room)
- Guest lectures and other instructional costs
- Ground transportation and excursions in Nicaragua
- International Student Identification Cards (provides various emergency coverages)
Other Estimated Costs Paid by the Participant (vary by individual)
- Inoculations, Medications, (depends on your health insurance), Books and supplies.
- Personal Expenses while traveling to/from Nicaragua and spending money when in Nicaragua for souvenirs, snacks, or an occasional meal out.

