Costs for Full-Time English-Only Program with OPIE
Expenses for English Language Study
OPIE Only Study — 15-Week and 4-Week ESL Programs
An affidavit of financial support [PDF] must indicate funds equal to or greater than the total listed below.
Please note that prices are subject to change and are for English study only. Students who study English and academic classes are charged full university tuition rates. See University tuition estimates.
In addition to the costs below, OPIE can arrange for airport pickup if you notify us in advance (cost = $70).
2022-23 Estimated Instruction Fees
OPIE Only Study
One Semester and Four-Week ESL Programs
An affidavit of financial support must indicate funds equal to or greater than the total listed below.
Please note that prices are subject to change and are for English study only. Students who study English + academic classes are charged full university tuition rates. See Ohio University international costs.
| Application and Orientation Fees | 15 weeks | 4 Weeks |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | $45 | $45 |
| Orientation Fee | $150 | $40 |
| Estimated Instructional Fees | 15 weeks | 4 Weeks |
|---|---|---|
| Class Tuition for English | $6,627 | $1,767 |
| University Fees* | $718 | $192 |
| Total Instructional fees | $7,345 | $1,959 |
*Includes general fee ($640 per semester); technology fee ($45 per semester); student information system fee ($33 per semester).
| Estimated Living Expenses | 15 Weeks | 4 Weeks |
|---|---|---|
| Double Room in Residence Hall** | $3,403 | $907 |
| 20 Meals per Week** | $2,281 | $608 |
| Personal Expenses*** | $960 | $256 |
| Health Insurance**** | $1,410 | $235 |
| Total Living Expenses | $8,054 | $2,006 |
***Personal expenses include funds for books, supplies, and personal spending money. Students planning to remain on campus during academic breaks should budget additional funds. **Estimated costs for standard double-occupancy renovated room and 20 meals per week plan. Other room styles (e.g., single, suites) and meal plans are different prices. Actual costs may change depending on housing availability and meal plan choices after arrival.
****Health insurance is mandatory. Estimated cost for spring semester. Fall and Spring semester rates may be different.
| Total Living and Instruction Fees | 15 Weeks | 4 Weeks |
|---|---|---|
| $15,399 | $3,965 |
Dependent Costs
If you plan to bring your family to the United States, please indicate the number of dependents and their information on the application. If you are planning on bringing any dependents with you to Ohio University, additional funds must be shown in order to issue a dependent I-20. The expenses listed below are estimates and are subject to change without notice.
2021-22 Expense Estimates
- Living expenses for spouse — $3,060
- Living expenses for children — $3,060
- Health insurance for spouse — $2,345
- Health insurance for one child — $2,345
- Health insurance for two or more children —$4,708