<p>You would definitely get the answer from your school as not all study abroad plans are the same. If your school sponsors the study abroad program and payments are paid to the U.S. college that you attend, then your FA credits (pell grants, state grants, need based FA) are paid to the U.S. college. However, you are responsible for the travel expenses, spending money, etc.</p>
<p>My D did a study abroad program through her school amd they took care of the educational part. Paid tuition to the school like she was attending and they paid the study abroad college tution, room and board.</p>
<p>I was responsible for plane fare and arranging travel for her to get to and from her study abroad , medical coverage, and misc. expenses including spending $$. Because the U.S. dollar is so low in europe, it was still a very expensive endeavor. </p>
<p>If you apply for a study abroad program not approved by or coordinated with your school then you are responsible for paying for it. Your Pell grant and state aid does not travel with you.</p>
<p>I see from your post that your D attends Rutgers. Here is what they say:</p>
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<p>Your D should definitely go through them to get her study abroad done. If sounds like you pay Rugters and the school pays the program. Her state and federal aid will go to the school. happy traveling</p>