Summer 2013

PROGRAM COSTS
Application Fee $ 90
Security Deposit (refundable at the end of the term) $ 300
3 Week Summer Programs (Summer I, II, III & IV)
Program Cost: 3 Credits $ 4,575
Program Cost: 6 Credits $ 5,875
6 Week Summer Programs (Summer A & B)
Program Cost: 3 Credits $ 5,350
Program Cost: 6 Credits $ 6,675
Program Cost: 9 Credits $ 8,000
12 Week Summer Programs
Program Cost: 6 Credits $ 8,750
Program Cost: 9 Credits $ 10,125
Program Cost: 12 Credits $ 12,000
Optional: Cultural Introduction of Italy (1 week: Tuscany)
Cultural Introduction of Italy: Tuscany* $ TBA

*This can be added to the beginning of either the 3 week sessions or 6 week sessions.

For Special Summer Program costs (Publishing Program) please click here.

DEADLINES
STEP 1
 Summer I 2013:
Summer II 2013:
Summer III 2013:
Summer IV 2013:
Summer A 2013:
Summer B 2013:
Summer 12 Week 2013		 TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA		 Application Deadline.
Late applications will be accepted on a space available basis.
STEP 2 *
 Within 2 weeks of email acceptance: $ 500 Confirmation Deposit
$ 300 Security Deposit (refundable at the of the term)
Single Room Housing Supplement Fee (if applicable)
STEP 3 **
 Summer I 2013:
Summer II 2013:
Summer III 2013:
Summer IV 2013:
Summer A 2013:
Summer B 2013:
Summer 12 Week 2013		 TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA 		50% of Total Program Cost
STEP 4 **
 Summer I 2013:
Summer II 2013:
Summer III 2013:
Summer IV 2013:
Summer A 2013:
Summer B 2013:
Summer 12 Week 2013		 TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA
TBA 		Final Payment Deadline

* NOTE: Students applying after the application deadline will be asked to make enrollment confirmation payments within 5 business days upon receipt of acceptance email.

** NOTE: Students confirmed after this date will receive an email from the SAI business office regarding further program payments now due. Either 50% or 100% of Program Cost will be due within 5 business days, based on your acceptance date.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
  • 3, 6, or 12 weeks in Florence
  • Tuition
  • US academic credit (if applicable) for up to 12 credit hours

Pre-Departure Services

  • Admission services from application to completion, with friendly, reliable advising
  • Online student groups designed to acquaint students with other SAI students participating in the program
  • Student Handbook delivered prior to your departure
  • Support and assistance through SAI’s online “live chat” feature

On-Site Services

  • Airport pick-up on check-in day
  • Welcome reception and events
  • Welcome bag upon arrival containing items to kick-start your experience abroad
  • Health insurance
  • Housing: student apartment or family home stay (additional fee for home stay)
  • Orientation: comprehensive introduction to your city and program
  • Cell phone
  • 24 hour emergency support line
  • Program Coordinator providing personal assistance throughout the term
  • Cultural activities throughout the term
  • Farewell evening and reception

Re-Entry Services

  • Registration fees for re-entry conferences
  • Ambassador program
  • Alumni network

Optional Services

Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Meals
  • Books
  • Lab fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Return transportation to airport at the end of the program
FINANCIAL AID STUDENTS

Students using financial aid are required to pay Application Fee, Confirmation Deposit, Security Deposit and Single Room Supplement (if applicable). Written verification of financial aid award or loan approval must be sent to our office in order to delay the balance of program fee and before your application is considered complete. If your financial award is not sufficient to cover the total Program Fee, the difference must be paid by the final payment date. Please direct all questions concerning financial aid to the SAI California office.

NOTE: Financial Aid students remain responsible for all cancellation penalties that apply, even if program fees have not yet been paid. Failure to pay cancellation obligations will result in referral to a Collection Agency.

OPTIONAL/ADDITIONAL COSTS

  • Late payment fee (if any payment is late): $150
  • International Fed Ex charge for mailing of pre-departure packets: $85 (this will be charged to students whose permanent address is outside of the US or Canada to insure their visa papers and pre-departure packet arrive in a timely manner)
  • Excursions: $300- $500
  • Single Room Supplement: 3 Weeks/$350; 6 Weeks/$700; 12 Weeks/$1,000
  • Lab Fee(s) and course required excursions; paid upon arrival in Florence.
  • Text books (not included in the lab fee)