UMass Boston

1. Check the Financial Aid for Study Abroad Information Guide for the list of financial aid accepted on exchange versus provider/direct enroll programs.
2. Once you have an idea of which program you would like to attend, use this Financial Aid Planning Worksheet & contact finaidstudyabroad@umb.edu to fill out the bottom section of the form. This will help you determine how much financial aid you can expect to receive for your selected program, versus the total costs. If you need assistance filling out costs, first check the program brochure. If you still have questions, contact studyabroad@umb.edu.
3. If you are receiving any type of financial aid (i.e. grants, loans, scholarships), you must inform the financial aid office of your intent to study abroad and submit the required documents (below). Contact finaidstudyabroad@umb.edu for all study abroad financial aid questions.

In order to receive financial aid for your study abroad program, you must complete the following steps:

• Complete a current year Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Submit required documentation the financial aid office: finaidstudyabroad@umb.edu  
  • A copy of your acceptance letter into the program (please translate if necessary)
  • A mandatory Study Abroad Consortium Agreement Form 
  • A mandatory Request for Prior Approval of Study Abroad Transfer Credits Form
  • A copy of your final invoice, so that payment can be made to your provider/host institution 
  • A mandatory Enrollment Verification, signed by your university/ program advisor AFTER you arrive on the program abroad.