MADE School of Arts & Sciences

Summer 5 weeks I 2027

4 – 8 credits

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Summer 5 weeks I 2027

Sicily, Italy

Program Overview

SAI students enrolled in the MADE 5 week summer program begin with a one week Survival Italian Language Course (1 credit), designed to help students feel confident with basic communication skills. Afterward, students complete 1 or 2 elective courses over four weeks (3 – 7 credits). Elective courses explore subjects that broaden students’ understanding of Sicily’s rich cultural landscape, including History of Migration, Volcanology, and Mediterranean Anthropology. Each course supplements classroom learning with exciting field trips to iconic sites such as Greek temples, local markets, and world-class museums. These excursions offer hands-on learning experiences, giving students a unique opportunity to explore the island’s diverse heritage while connecting with the local community.

Highlights

Combine Italian language and creative coursework
Study with internationally recognized artists and designers
Explore Sicily through immersive cultural excursions
Spend your summer on the Italian island of Sicily, living like a local in a student apartment

Key Details

Application Deadline

February 27, 2027

Program Fee

Coming soon

Program Dates

May 28, 2027 – July 3, 2027

Enrollment Deadline

March 13, 2027

Requirements

Age

18+

Academic Year

High school graduate or above

Cumulative GPA

2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)

Application Materials

SAI application
Personal statement
Transcript
Passport copy

Visa Required?

Academics

MADE courses empower students to explore Sicily’s unique culture and history through hands-on, interdisciplinary learning. Taught by an international faculty of professors, artists, and designers, courses combine creativity, experiential learning, and field-based projects that connect students directly with the region’s traditions, communities, and global perspectives. Through small classes, instructional site visits, and collaborative research opportunities, students develop career-ready skills while engaging deeply with the rich cultural landscape of Sicily.

Courses & Schedule
The term begins with a one-week Survival Italian Course (1 credit), followed by 1 or 2 electives for the remaining 4 weeks (3 – 7 credits) for a total of 4 – 8 US credits.

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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:
Optional Private Room Housing Supplement Private room in a shared apartment, with a shared bathroom.	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)
February 27 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.)
February 27 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.)
March 13 2027	SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process.
March 15 2027	SAI Scholarship Application Deadline Complete application due by 11:59pm Pacific Time.
March 29 2027	Balance of Total Program Fee Due

Budgeting


Airfare to/from Sicily	$900 – $1,800
Books, Supplies & Course Fees	$25 – $50 / course
Meals Includes groceries and eating out.	$600 – $800 / month
Personal Expenses	$250 – $350 / month
Transportation within Syracuse area Public transportation with some taxi rides.	$50 – $100 / month
Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student.	$300 – $1,000 / month

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.

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.

Academics

Course Registration

Students select courses as part of the enrollment process by completing a course selection form. Course schedules are confirmed 4 weeks prior to the program start, and finalized schedules with class days and times are provided at orientation.

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.

Walking Tours & City Exploration

Walking Tours & City Exploration

Students stand near a large marble building.

Arts & Culture

A group sits in the Ancient Greek Theatre

Orientation & Cultural Integration

People around a table with papers for practicing Italian language.

Passport & Visa

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.

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