For semester abroad programs, students pay Drake University tuition based on their year of entry. Students will continue to receive 100% of their scholarship(s), grant(s), and financial aid package. Each study abroad partner also bills mandatory non-education fees (listed above as "Estimated Housing and Non-Education Expenses"), which generally includes: on-site housing, international health insurance, some excursions, and possibly meals (depending on location). Drake University tuition and the mandatory non-education fees are posted to the student's MyDrake Student Account, and are due the first day of Drake's semester (the same date as if the student were staying on-campus).

All program deposits, such as the application, housing, and/or confirmation deposits, should be paid directly to the partner. Additionally, any elective fees, such as optional excursions, flight packages, optional course fees, and "early start" options should be paid directly to the partner.