Lab and Field Trip Fees
Some direct-enroll classes may have one-off lab or field trip fees. You will be responsible for these fees, whether they are billed and paid by IFSA or billed to you.
IFSA Mérida Universities Program
Spring 2026
Program Dates
Application Deadline Date
Nov. 1, 2025
Program Start Date
Early Jan. 2026
Program End Date
Late May 2026
Program dates are subject to change. Your IFSA Enrollment Counselor will alert you when it is time to purchase your flights.
Program Fees
Education Fees
$12,075
Housing
$4,275
Insurance
Included
Total Program Fee
$16,350 (estimated)
Education fees are inclusive of tuition, prearrival advising, orientation, co-curricular activities and excursions, insurance, on-site guidance, 24/7 emergency support, and post-program transcript. Students pay a $500 program deposit upon confirmation of attendance. The deposit is applied to the total program fee.
Payment Due Date
Dec. 15, 2025
Estimated Costs
Airfare
$700
Meals
$0
Books and Supplies
$15
Local Transportation
$306
Visa or Residence Permit
$0
Personal Expenses
$1,004
(Includes laundry, required local phone number, entertainment, expected start-up costs, etc. Does not include personal travel.)
Total Estimated Costs
$2,025 (estimated)