Description

Founded in 1995, Study Abroad Italy (SAI) offers US and international students the finest English-speaking programs available in Italy and London, with a wide choice of curriculum. There are no language requirements to attend any of SAI's programs.

SAI is considered the most comprehensive organization for Italy study abroad programs and we enroll more students for study abroad in Italy than any other US program. Located in California, with additional sites in New York City and Cleveland, SAI is an enrollment office for nine of the finest college programs in Italy and a consortium of schools in London. Students can earn US college credits attending any of our programs.

SAI offers programs at the following institutions:
* Florence University of the Arts (Florence)
* Apicius - The International School of Hospitality (Florence)
* SQUOLA Center for Contemporary Italian Studies (Florence)
* John Cabot University (Rome)
* ITALIAIDEA (Rome)
* Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti (Milan)
* Domus Academy (Milan)
* Santa Anna Institute Sorrento Lingue (Sorrento)
* Siena Italian Studies (Siena)
* University of the Arts London (London, UK)

Highlights

Study Abroad Italy (SAI) oversees and coordinates all aspects of your enrollment including application processing, course selection and credit, visa preparation, housing, student health insurance, transcripts, and cell phone service. SAI also provides comprehensive student services, beginning with pre-departure and leading to our on-site orientation and advising in Italy.

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Depends on program: please see specific program listings for details

Program Fees Include:

Semester Programs Include:
* 15 weeks in Italy (September-December or January-May)
* Tuition & US academic credit for up to 15 credit hours of solid academic course offerings comparable to your home college
* Carefully selected living accommodations in clean, pleasant lodgings located near the school
* Academic field trips & excursions
* Welcome reception and farewell evening
* Dedicated on-site SAI Program Coordinator providing personal assistance throughout the semester
* 24-hour emergency support line
* Orientation: three day orientation
* Weekly cultural activities
* Organized services from application to completion, with friendly, reliable counseling
* Visa service
* HTH Insurance (including full medical coverage, medical emergency evacuation)
* Cell Phone
* Airport pick-up and transportation for Florence Airport arrivals

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Study Abroad Italy is pleased to offer scholarships each academic year. These scholarships are open to all Study Abroad Italy participants who meet the eligibility requirements. Florence University of the Arts * One Full Semester Tuition Scholarship * One 50% Semester Tuition Scholarship (representing a portion of the Program Cost) Study Abroad Italy and Florence University of the Arts, together, offer these need and merit based scholarships in Fall and Spring Semesters. John Cabot University * One Full Semester Tuition Scholarship These need and merit based scholarships are offered in both Fall and Spring Semesters. Apicius - International School of Hospitality * One Full Semester Tuition Scholarship (representing a portion of the Program Cost) SAI and Apicius together offer this need and merit based scholarship in both Fall and Spring Semesters. The scholarships listed below are offered to students attending any SAI program: Religious Studies Scholarship * One Religious Studies Scholarship of USD500. This scholarship is available annually to a semester student enrolled in at least one Religious Studies course at any of our schools. Chiara Scholarships * Two USD6,000 Scholarships; Chiara Scholarships Need and merit based scholarships offered for the Fall and Spring semesters. The recipient will receive USD6,000, applied towards Program Cost. Generously offered to SAI students by the Chiara family in support Italy and its heritage. It is their desire to offer an educational experience of studying in Italy to deserving students with evident financial need. Summit State Bank Scholarship * Summit State Bank of California generously provides a Fall semester scholarship of USD2,500. The requirement for this scholarship is that the student be a resident of Northern California. First Generation College Student Scholarship * USD 1,200 Scholarship: Applicant must be a US university student. Offered in the Fall and Summer (not offered in Spring). The recipients will have the scholarship amount applied towards final payment. Summer Session Scholarships * Two USD 500 Scholarships: Applicant must be a US university student. Offered each summer to students enrolled in an SAI Full Program. Students may attend any Summer Session program at any SAI location to qualify. The recipients will have the scholarship amount applied towards final payment. Non-US Student Student Scholarship * Two USD 1,500 Scholarships: Applicant must be a Non-US student. Available both Fall and Spring semesters. The recipients will have the scholarship amount applied towards final payment.

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript
• Written Application

Study Abroad Italy's Mission Statement

SAI is dedicated to providing students with a focused, international educational and cultural experience-specifically in Italy-that will serve them as they pursue careers and find their places in a global community. We are dedicated to accomplishing our work in a sustainable manner, conscious of the part we play in our environment and global community.