Sant’Anna Institute

Fall Semester Elective 2027

12 – 15 credits

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Fall Semester 2027

Sorrento, Italy

Program Overview

SAI students at Sant’Anna Institute spend a semester integrating themselves into the small beachside town for an unforgettable experience. Semester students are encouraged to enroll in one Italian language course, as well as 3 to 4 elective courses from the variety of course offerings, for a total of 12 – 15 credits. Students can also choose to complete a part-time 3-credit internship alongside regular coursework. Motivated students also have the option of enrolling in the Honors Research Semester, for a deeper dive into a particular subject.

Highlights

Complete an internship alongside coursework
Participate in course-related field trips and service learning projects
Option to follow an Engineering track
Study and live on the sparkling Italian coast

Key Details

Application Deadline

May 15, 2027

Program Fee

Coming soon

Program Dates

Late August – Mid December 2027

Enrollment Deadline

May 29, 2027

Requirements

Age

18+

Academic Year

High school graduate or above

Cumulative GPA

2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)

Application Materials

SAI application
Personal statement
Transcript
Passport scan

Visa Required?

Yes

Academics

Courses at Sant’Anna are designed to offer a rich and well-rounded education that focuses on the Mediterranean region, blending classroom learning with hands-on experiences.

Students in this program select 4 or 5 elective courses for a total of 12 – 15 US credits. Courses are held Monday through Friday, and some courses include required field trips.

Course Registration
Students complete course registration through their Sant’Anna Institute portal account on a specific date.

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What’s Included

This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!

Program tuition and U.S. academic credit
Comfortable and safe student housing
Airport pickup on arrival day
Orientation and welcome reception
Welcoming on-site staff
Student health insurance
SAI Viva Experience: cultural engagement, excursions & wellness activities
24-hour on-site emergency support
Farewell event

Pre-departure and Re-entry services

Knowledgeable Admissions Counselors
Helpful pre-departure resources & groups
Student visa advising
Assistance with financial aid processing
Need-based SAI scholarships
Alumni Network & Ambassador Program

Financial Details

Program Fees


Application Fee	$120
Security Deposit Refundable at the end of the term.	$300
Program Fee Includes tuition, standard housing and SAI 360° Services (see What’s Included).	coming soon
Optional / Additional Fees:
Program Add-On: Part-Time Internship Required for students participating in a part-time internship.	coming soon
Program Add-On: Honors Research Semester – Marine Biology Required for students participating in the Marine Biology Honors Research Semester.	coming soon
Optional Private Bedroom Housing Supplement Private bedroom in a shared apartment or on-campus dorm.	coming soon
Optional Off-Campus Dorm Housing Supplement Shared room in off-campus dorm, includes 104 breakfasts and 53 dinners.	coming soon
Optional Homestay Housing Supplement: Shared Family homestay housing in a shared occupancy bedroom (with another study abroad student). Includes breakfast and dinner daily.	coming soon
Optional Homestay Housing Supplement: Private Family homestay housing in a private occupancy bedroom. Includes breakfast and dinner daily.	coming soon

*prices are subject to change

Please see SAI Policies for SAI cancellation & withdrawal deadlines.

Note: Some US universities have a special payment arrangement with SAI, where your university covers part of your fees on your behalf, and you pay the remaining fees directly to SAI. Not sure if this applies to you? Check with your study abroad office or your SAI Admissions Counselor.

Financial Deadlines


Within 1 week of acceptance	SAI Deposits Due $500 Enrollment Deposit (applied toward program fee) $300 Security Deposit (refundable)
May 1 2027	50% of Total Program Fee Due (Students whose deposit payment date is on or after this date will have a deadline of 5 business days after submitting the deposit.)
May 15 2027	Financial Aid Agreement & Financial Aid Program Deposit Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process. (Students whose deposit payment date is on or after this date will have a deadline of 5 business days after the deposit.)
June 1 2027	SAI Scholarship Application Deadline Complete application due by 11:59pm Pacific Time.
June 15 2027	SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process.
July 1 2027	Balance of Total Program Fee Due

Budgeting


Airfare to/from Naples	$900 – $1,800
Student Visa May include optional SAI visa services, consulate fees, and potential travel expenses, which vary based on consulate location and the student’s residence.	$300 – $1,500
Books, Supplies & Course Fees	$25 – $50 / course
Meals Includes groceries and eating out.	$650 – $850 / month
Personal Expenses	$250 – $350 / month
Transportation within Sorrento area Public transportation with some taxi rides.	$50 – $100 / month
Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student.	$300 – $1,000 / month

SAI Housing

Standard Housing:
Student Apartment | shared bedroom

(included in program fee)

SAI student apartments offer a comfortable, community-focused living experience in fully equipped spaces. Apartments typically house 2 – 8 students and feature a mix of shared-occupancy and private bedrooms, along with kitchen, bathroom, and a common area. Each unit is move-in ready with essential furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens, towels, and wireless internet. Housing is arranged as female, male, and, in select locations, gender-inclusive.

Standard Housing:
On-Campus Dorm | shared bedroom

(included in program fee)

The on-campus dorm is conveniently located in the upper floors of the Sant’Anna Institute campus building, hosting students in a combination of shared and private bedrooms. Shared bedrooms can be double or triple and all bedrooms include an en-suite bathroom. Dorm rooms are equipped with basic furniture, towels and bed linens, wireless Internet, and air conditioning. Students have access to a large common kitchen, comfortable common areas, and coin operated washing machines.

Optional Housing:
Student Apartment | private bedroom

*additional fee applies

Private bedrooms in student apartments offer a private bedroom with a shared bathroom. SAI student apartments offer a comfortable, community-focused living experience in fully equipped spaces. Apartments typically house 2 – 8 students and feature a mix of shared-occupancy and private bedrooms, along with kitchen, bathroom, and a common area. Each unit is move-in ready with essential furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens, towels, and wireless internet. Housing is arranged as female, male, and, in select locations, gender-inclusive. SAI’s on-site staff are available to promptly assist with any maintenance needs throughout the program.

Optional Housing:
On-Campus Dorm | private bedroom

*additional fee applies

Students can request a private room in the on-campus dorm. The on-campus dorm is conveniently located in the upper floors of the Sant’Anna Institute campus building, hosting students in a combination of shared and private bedrooms. All bedrooms include an en-suite bathroom. Dorm rooms are equipped with basic furniture, towels and bed linens, wireless Internet, and air conditioning. Students have access to a large common kitchen, comfortable common areas, and coin operated washing machines.

Optional Housing:
Off-Campus Dorm | shared bedroom

*additional fee applies

Students choosing the off-campus dorm option will be placed in a shared bedroom (double, triple, or quad) in a student dorm located approximately 20 minutes from campus. This housing option does not include access to a kitchen, but includes 34 breakfasts and 17 dinners served by the dorm’s cafeteria (vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available) with the option to purchase additional meal vouchers as needed.

Optional Housing:
Family Homestay | private or shared bedroom

*additional fee applies

Students choosing the family homestay option will be placed with a local family, which could be an older married couple or a family with children. Homestay families are typically within a short walking distance to the school. The homestay option includes breakfast and dinner 7 days a week in a shared or private bedroom.

Internships & Academic Options

Internships

Semester students can apply for a part time 3 credit or 6 credit internship to be completed as part of their elective program. Students are placed in internships that complement their major or minor, and are supported by ongoing reflective coursework. At the completion of the internship students produce an analytical paper that synthesizes what they have learned. Please note that there is an additional fee for completing an internship. For more information on internships see SA Internships.

Part-Time Internship Application Requirements
Students wishing to participate in a part-time internship during their program should select the Internship program add-on at application, and complete the following additional application items:

SA internship application; emailed once the SAI application is received.
Resume and cover letter
2 letters of recommendation (professional or academic)
Video interview

Honors Research Semester

The Honors Research Semester is designed for ambitious and motivated students who wish to deepen their research skills in an international context while focusing on relevant global issues. Students develop and execute on-site projects, working alongside Sant’Anna Institute’s faculty, that culminate in a final paper or publication. No previous research experience is required, and all majors are invited to apply.

Program Structure & Courses: All students participating in the Honors Research Semester will complete the following:

45-hour supervised research project
45-hour optional service learning project (see below)
2 elective courses* (6 credits)
1 Italian language course (3 credits)
1 project elective (3 credits)

There are five project areas that students may choose from:

Project 1: Criminology: Organized Crime in Italy from a Historic Perspective
Project 2: Gender Studies: Gender-based Violence in Italy
Project 3: Human Rights: Field Research on Migrants and Refugees
Project 4: Marine Biology: Field Research Project at the Marine Protected Area of Punta Campanella ($250 supplemental fee)
Project 5: Italian Literature: Dante’s “Comedy” in the Contemporary Culture (adv. Italian language required)

*One elective course may be substituted for a 3-credit international internship: SA Internships.

Engineering Track

Sant’Anna Institute’s engineering track is designed to help STEM students stay on track for graduation while studying abroad. Students are able to take 3 engineering courses plus 1 – 2 elective courses for a total of 12 – 15 credits. Courses are ABET accredited through Jacksonville University.

Fall course options:

PHYS 152 Physics ll
MATH 141 Calculus ll
MATH 205 Statistics

Spring course options:

ME 311 Thermodynamics
MATH 331 Differential Equations
ENGR 151 Mechanics l

Additionally, 2nd year students have the option to participate in 50 hour practicum with a technology based placement. 3rd and 4th year students have the option to substitute one elective course for a 3-credit internship: SA Internships.

SAI Viva Experience

SAI offers all students the Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities, at no extra cost, for participants to get to know their community, city and country. Following is a sample of the activities included in this program. Please note that actual activities may differ.

Orientation & Cultural Integration

People around a table enjoy an Italian aperitivo.

Day Trips

People pose for a group photo in Naples, Italy.

Food & Drink

Students participate in a mozzerella cheese making demonstration around two outdoor picnic tables under a shade.

Orientation & Cultural Integration

Young women and men around a table with pizza on it.

Passport & Visa

Passports
Passports should be valid for at least 3 months after planned departure from Europe.

Student Visas
U.S. students studying in Italy for 91 days or more are required to obtain a student visa. Therefore U.S. students are required to obtain one for this program. Students with Italian/EU citizenship are exempt, and non-U.S. nationals should consult their local consulate for requirements.

SAI’s Student Visa Office supports students throughout the visa application process through the included SAI 360° Services. The following optional services are also available:

Student Visa Application Review (additional fee): SAI’s visa team provides a full review of your application to position yourself for a simple and streamlined application process.
Student Visa Processing (additional fee; available for some Consulates): SAI’s visa team submits your application on your behalf, eliminating the need to travel to a Consulate for an appointment.

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