Select a ProgramNABA Rome’s 4 week summer programs offer SAI students a synthesis of NABA expertise in the design fields under the guidance of, and collaboration with, professionals in the field. Students enroll in two back-to-back 2 week courses, each worth 3 US credits. Courses are offered in visual and graphic arts, fashion, and multimedia arts.
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NABA Rome summer courses are intensive and run Monday through Friday between 10:00am and 4:00pm. Students participate in one course per two week session of the program. Students enroll in one course from Session I (first two weeks of the program), and one course from Session II (last two weeks of the program).
Note: This program consists of back-to-back courses; students enrolling in this program must complete the full program length.
This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!
Pre-departure and Re-entry services
| 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). |
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| Optional Private Room Housing Supplement Private bedroom in a shared apartment, with a shared bathroom. |
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*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.
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SAI Deposits Due $500 Enrollment Deposit (applied toward program fee) $300 Security Deposit (refundable) |
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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.) |
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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.) |
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SAI Scholarship Application Deadline Complete application due by 11:59pm Pacific Time. |
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SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process. |
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Balance of Total Program Fee Due |
| Airfare to/from Rome | $1,000 – $1,800 |
| Books, Supplies & Course Fees | $50 – $200 / course |
| Meals Includes groceries and eating out. |
$650 – $850 / month |
| Personal Expenses | $350 – $450 / month |
| Transportation within Rome Public transportation with some taxi rides. |
$150 – $200 / month |
| Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student. |
$300 – $1,000 / month |
(included in program fee)
SAI student apartments offer a comfortable, community-focused living experience in fully equipped spaces. Apartments typically house 2 – 4 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.
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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 – 4 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.
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.
Passports
Passports should be valid for at least 3 months after planned departure from Europe.
Student Visas
In accordance with Italian law, U.S. students studying in Italy for 90 days or less are not required to obtain a student visa. Therefore all U.S. students do not require a student visa for this program (nor can they apply for one). Non-US nationals should consult their local Consulate for information on student visa requirements.
