Some say that studying abroad is priceless, and we believe that it is! But the price tag is real, and we know that it matters. The largest expense of a study abroad experience is typically the program fee which can vary greatly. When you’re considering what program is right for you, always research the inclusions and decide what’s most important to you. SAI’s study abroad semester programs always include tuition, housing, and cultural activities, as well as on-site staff support throughout the experience (there’s more too! See What’s Included). We do all that, while also offering some of the most affordable programs in Europe!

According to GoAbroad.com, the average cost of a semester abroad is $18,000. We’ve rounded up our most affordable semester and quarter study abroad programs in Spring 2023 that stay well below that cost:

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Study Abroad Programs Under $12,000

Barcelona, Spain:

• Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (12-15 credits): starting at $11,400
  • Course subjects: art, business, communication, economics, history, language, politics
• Universitat Pompeu Fabra (12-15 credits): starting at $11,600
  • Course subjects: international relations, international business, Spanish language, and interdisciplinary studies
• Universitat de Vic (12-15 credits): starting at $11,300
  • Course subjects: business, design, and innovation

Florence, Italy: 

• Florence University of the Arts Winter Quarter or 11 Week Semester (9-12 credits): starting at $11,100
  • Course subjects: business, visual arts, fashion, fine arts, food and wine studies, global studies, horticulture, hospitality, interior design, Italian studies, journalism, communication, liberal arts, science, math, health studies & more!

Looking for something affordable and more hands-on? We have a Spring Semester non-credit Internship in Barcelona, Spain starting at $8,350.

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Study Abroad Programs Under $13,000

All the programs listed above, plus:

Paris, France: 

• Cours de Civilisation Francaise de la Sorbonne (12-18 credits): starting at $12,320
  • Course subjects: French language and culture

Barcelona, Spain:

• Elisava School of Design (12-18 credits): starting at $12,900
  • Course subjects: design

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Study Abroad Programs Under $15,000

All the programs listed above, plus:

Sorrento, Italy: 

• Sant’Anna Institute (12-15 credits): starting at $14,900
  • Course subjects: arts, business, marketing, natural sciences, Italian language & culture, and social sciences

Milan, Italy:

• Universita Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Milan (12-18 credits): starting at $14,350
  • Course subjects: business, fashion & design, Italian culture, communications, media, international relations, law, marketing, and social sciences

Florence, Italy: 

• Florence University of the Arts (12-15 credits): starting at $14,250
  • Course subjects: business, visual arts, fashion, fine arts, food and wine studies, global studies, horticulture, hospitality, interior design, Italian studies, journalism, communication, liberal arts, science, math, health studies & more!

Barcelona, Spain:

• CETT Tourism, Hospitality, and Gastronomy (12-15 credits): starting at $13,200
  • Course subjects: tourism, hospitality, culinary arts

Paris, France:

• Paris School of Business: starting at $15,000
  • Course subjects: business, finance, luxury management, management, and marketing

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Financial Aid & SAI Scholarships
SAI is proud to offer scholarships for many eligible programs. Additionally, our business office is happy to provide financial aid guidance and processing as part of SAI’s 360° Services.