In the Fall semester (September-December, 15 weeks) and in the Spring semester (January-May, 15 weeks) students may elect to undertake a course load of 12 to 17 credits (or four to five classes) chosen from the published class schedules. Applicants are welcome to attend one semester or the entire academic year. Semester Students are not required to enroll in Italian language courses. The distribution of teaching contact hours between in-class instruction and outside activities (field trips, etc.) varies from course to course. For details of how to apply please see our application pages.
| SEMESTER Program Outline |
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15 weeks in Rome (September-December or January-May) |
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Tuition & US academic credit for up to 17 credit hours of academic course offerings comparable to your home college |
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Carefully selected living accommodations in clean, pleasant lodgings. |
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Academic field trips & excursions |
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Welcome reception and farewell evening |
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Dedicated on-site SAI Program Coordinator in Rome providing personal assistance and advising throughout the semester |
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24 hour emergency support line |
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Orientation: three day orientation |
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Weekly cultural activities |
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Organized services from application to completion, with friendly, reliable advising |
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Visa service |
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HTH Insurance (including full medical coverage, medical emergency evacuation) |
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Cell Phone (free of charge for all incoming calls) |
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Airport pick-up and transportation for Rome Airport arrivals |
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| Please note that the the following are NOT included in the program cost. |
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application fee; housing security deposit; single room supplement; airfare; meals and personal expenses; books or studio fees; optional excursions offered by SAI or the host school |
