Should travel costs for fieldwork or internships be included in my university budget?
Yes. Travel for fieldwork or internships can become a significant expense depending on the distance and number of trips, so include it as a separate budget item from tuition and estimate round-trip fares, local transportation, and any necessary accommodation. Because universities and host organizations differ in whether they provide subsidies or reimbursements and under what conditions, check the official information.
Key points
- Estimate costs based on the number of trips, distance, and whether you use public transport or a private vehicle.
- Consider local transportation and any necessary accommodation, not only the main journey.
- If the university or host organization offers a subsidy or reimbursement, confirm how much you would have to pay yourself.
Things to check
- Eligibility, application procedures, and limits for subsidies or reimbursements vary by university, faculty, course, and host organization.