University of Chester
Chester, England
| Description | Costs in USD |
|---|---|
| WSU Tuition and Fees * | $4,378.59 |
| WSU Study Abroad Administrative Fee | $100.00 |
| Accommodations | $4,196.88 |
| Meals | $1,343.00 |
| Local Transportation | $255.17 |
| Books | $150.00 |
| BlueCross BlueShield Global Soluitions Insurance | $279.00 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,215.00 |
| Passport | $165.00 |
| Airfare | $1,494.00 |
| Total | $13,576.64 |
*All fees are based on a 5 month period for a fall or spring semester.
NOTES:
- Figures are estimates given by Host University. Figures were given in host currency
and converted to United States Dollars using a floating exchange rate.
As of 07/30/2026, 1 British Pound (GBP) = 1.343 (USD)
- Accommodations at Chester University range from 450-800 GBP per month. Calculated as an average, this may vary depending on style, type of accommodation, and if it is on or off campus.
- University estimates that meals will cost about 200 GBP a month.
- A monthly bus ticket in Chester is 38 GBP.
- No exact estimate was provided by the partner university, however we estimate that you should not spend over $150 for textbooks for one semester.
- The BlueCross BlueShield Global Solutions health insurance plan is required for study abroad. The total cost is based on the total number of days the student is abroad. As of August 2026, it cost $1.86 per day for a maximum $100,000 coverage and $100 deductible. 150 days (5 months) will be approximately $279.00. There are different coverage plans available at different prices.
- There is no visa fee for US students going for one semester.
- Airfare cost was provided according to Orbitz as of 8/3/2026 with travel dates of January 16, 2027 – June 11, 2027. This should provide a good estimate to cover the airfare expense. Airfare estimate is $1,400 to Liverpool John Lennon Airport then a cab to the university for $94.
- Personal expense estimates are provided by Financial Aid for students living on the WSU campus, which will be similar during a study abroad program.
* Tuition and Fees are based on the Resident rate during Fall 2026 for 12 undergraduate credit hours at Wichita State University. Students will pay their current tuition rate during the study abroad program based on their residency and any specific college/department requirements.
Disclaimer: All costs are estimates and subject to change. Some universities will require payment for accommodations in advance as well as other fees. Often times, students will need to show proof of funds to live in the host country by means of bank statements in order to apply for visas. Please note extra travel expenses are not included. Budget accordingly.