Select a ProgramSAI’s 3 week Jan Term session, hosted by Sant’Anna Institute in Sorrento, invites students to complete one 3 credit course while experiencing the true spirit of local life in Sorrento. Students choose from any level of Italian language or the History of the Mafia course to complete during the program. Students have access to Sant’Anna Institute’s full suite of services and facilities throughout their time in Sorrento.
Select a Program
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 1 elective course for a total of 3 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.
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 / Additional Fees: | |
| Optional Private Room Housing Supplement Private bedroom in a shared apartment or on-campus dorm. |
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| Optional Off-Campus Dorm Housing Supplement Shared bedroom in off campus dorm, includes 20 breakfasts and 10 dinners. |
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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.
| Within 1 week of acceptance |
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 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 Naples | $900 – $1,800 |
| 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 |
(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. SAI’s on-site staff are available to promptly assist with any maintenance needs throughout the program.
(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.
*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.
*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.
*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.
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.
