FALL 2008

September 10 - December 12, 2007

What Does the Program Cost?

California residents pay the regular Community College enrollment fee for London Semester courses. Students who do not qualify as residents pay non-resident tuition, as they would at their local community college.

The AIFS program fee pays for the living accommodations and an extensive weekly program of subsidized cultural and social activities.

Students in Home stay receive five continental breakfasts per week, Mondays through Fridays; where as students in apartments have facilities for preparing their own meals. The AIFS fee includes a Bus/Underground Central London Travel pass for the duration of the program, as well as medical, baggage and fee refund insurance.

Additional U.S. government and airline imposed departure taxes and fees of $365 tour/$336 non-tour (subject to change); optional five-day/four-night orientation tour of Europe for $975.

There is a required $250 refundable damage deposit, and students are responsible for meals other than home stay breakfasts as specified above, textbooks, passport and visa fees and other personal living expenses. Students should plan on having at least $1,800 - $2,000 in spending money to cover expenses beyond enrollment fees, the AIFS program fee, and plane tickets.

Many students may be eligible for financial aid (Grants and/or loans) to assist them in paying the cost of their London Semester educational program. Early application for Financial aid is essential as processing can take up to twelve weeks. Students interested in financial Aid should contact:

DVC Financial Aid Office
Contact Carlo Rosas Phone: (925) 685-1230 Ext. 2049 email: crosas@dvc.edu

AIFS Transportation Package

Students have the option of purchasing a round-trip ticket for the group flight arranged through AIFS. Students choosing this option should note the following restrictions: Tickets purchased from AIFS are exclusively on scheduled airlines (not charters). They are not endorsable to another carrier. Flights are not necessarily direct or non-stop, and frequent flyer miles are not applicable. The AIFS transportation Package includes your ground transportation from the airport in Europe to your accommodations on the regularly scheduled program dates. AIFS will book flights on the dates indicated on this application or you may choose an alternate return date (see the attached Flight Sign-Up Sheet). Participants who choose an alternate return date are responsible for their transfer from their accommodations to the airport.

AIFS will not make your flight arrangements for you unless you clearly indicate your travel preferences on your application and flight Sign-Up Sheet.

When is Fee Payment Due?

The AIFS registration fee ($50) and enrollment deposit ($400) are due with the application. The AIFS fee balance is due by the AIFS' final payment date along with the optional AIFS airfare if chosen. Credit cards are accepted for fee payment.

Community College enrollment fees must be paid at the time of registration before departure; credit cards or checks only.