Program Details
Courses
You will receive 18 credits:
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Marketing, society, and the public interest (MKTG 4644, 3 credits)
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International development (UAP 4764, 3 credits)
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Topics in Public Communication (COMM 4244, 3 credits)
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Field study (MKTG 4964, 6 credits)
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Study abroad (MKTG 3954, 3 credits)
You will meet twice per week to prepare you for your four week experience in Africa. You will also complete a semester long project that develops a grant proposal to support our partners in Africa.
Classes are taken at Franklin University where you are taught by Virginia Tech professors.
Costs
Tuition and Fees (2020-2021 rates)
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In-state: $5,080
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Out-of-state: $12,405
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Global Education Office fee: $100
Program Costs
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Program fee: $2,900
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Transportation total: $3,000
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Includes: Airfare in Europe and Africa, Eurail pass
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Lodging and meals (Europe): $3,200
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Lodging/meals (Africa): $1,700
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Visas: $100
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Medical insurance: $120
Estimated Out-of-Pocket Costs
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Immunizations: $200
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Books/supplies: $200
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Travel and personal expenses: ~$3,500
In-state student TOTAL: $20,100
Out-of-state student TOTAL: $27,425
Only about $3000 more than a semester on campus for the experience of a lifetime!
Note: Prices may change due to global economic conditions.