Cost of Attendance for Foundation Certificate and Foundation Year Degree Students Commencing Studies in September 2018 © LIPA 2018
2018/19 Cost of Attendance for Foundation Programmes The Maximum Cost of Attendance (COA) for New Students Studying a Foundation Certificate in 2018 is $29,137.64 The Maximum Cost of Attendance (COA) for New Students Foundation Year Degree Programme in 2018/19 is $29736.14* These are the highest loan limit amounts that we are authorised to certify for the 2018/19 academic year under US Government Regulations. Students and parents are encouraged to carry out individual budgeting analysis to assess their personal loan needs – you may find you would like to request a lesser loan amount. The Cost of Attendance is calculated annually by LIPA’s International Team. It is the approximate all inclusive cost of one year’s study at LIPA. Figures have been rounded up to the nearest $500 to aid ease of calculation and disbursement. Students should be aware that there are strict US Department regulations with regards to the disbursement of loan funds to students. 2018/19 Cost of Attendance for Foundation Programmes (Approx $’s) Tuition Fees £9,250 $12,302.50 Accommodation £5,150 $6,849.50 Food £1,985 $2,640.05 Books and Supplies £220 $292.60 Clothes £465 $618.45 Travel £1,890 $2,513.70 Other Living Expenses £1,600 $2,128 Personal Computer £350 $465.50 Miscellaneous £500 $665 Visa/NHS Fees £498 / £948* $662.34/ £1260.84* Total: £21,908 / £22,358* $29,137.64/ 29,736.14* *Denotes costs for students studying the Foundation Year (1st year) of our 4 year Songwriting & Performance degree. Exchange rate: historical average, May ‘17 - April ‘18 = 1.33 $US to £1 GBP) © LIPA 2018