Costs for study abroad programs vary, depending on the cost of living and currency exchange rates in various countries. For details on program costs, please refer to the program pages or contact the U.S. sponsoring institution listed on each program page. CCIS offers scholarships each term to students at member institutions. If your school is a CCIS member you are eligible to be nominated by your study abroad advisor for a CCIS scholarship. Contact your study abroad advisor for further information.
Most programs require no prior knowledge of a foreign language.
However, foreign language study is required in non-English speaking countries. Students are placed in courses at appropriate language levels. In most programs, other course work may be done in the language of the host country or in English depending on the student's level of proficiency. Teaching is customarily done by native bilingual faculty, as part of the cultural immersion approach. Many CCIS programs offer homestay, which is highly recommended.