The Umbra Institute Tuition and Fees
Program Fees
| Spring Semester Program 2012 (12-18 credits) Fall Semester Program 2012 (12-18 credits) Direct Enrollment – Italian Language and Culture Program (16 credits) Direct Enrollment – Universita degli Studi di Perugia (12-16 credits) |
$13,975 $13,975 $12,975 $12,500 |
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| Full Academic Year – Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 (24-36 credits) Full Academic Year Italian Language and Culture Program (32 credits) Full Academic Year Direct Enrollment – Universita degli Studi di Perugia |
$24,975 $21,500 $21,500 |
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| Summer Session 2012 (one course: 3 credits) Summer Session 2012 (two courses: 6 credits) Summer Session Intensive Italian 2012 (8 credits) |
$3,950 $4,975 $5,975 |
The Above Fees Include: Tuition for Academic Program, Housing, Airport Transfers in Italy, Resident Director, Orientation, Institute & Universita’ Facilities, Umbra-sponsored Cultural Activities, Discount Card, Official Transcripts
Above Fees Do Not Include: Airfare, Meals, Permit to Stay Forms (permesso),Textbooks, Course Materials or Course Travel/Museum Fees, Optional Field Trips or Optional Activities, Insurance, (see below)
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Additional Expenses to Consider When Budgeting for Your Semester Abroad
Meals & Living Expenses: Living expenses can vary greatly from student to student depending on spending habits. Expenses such as local travel, eating out, social activities, and nightlife should all be taken into consideration. Past study abroad students have estimated $25.00 per day is sufficient for everything – transportation, all activities, etc. (including optional tours). We recommend that students notify their bank that they are coming abroad and then use automated teller machines once in Perugia. ATMs are located throughout the city to easily obtain spending money regularly. Students should not carry large amounts of cash at one time and it is recommended that all participants bring a credit card in case of emergencies.
Textbooks & Art Supplies: Students should estimate $50 per text per class. All students are required to purchase all textbooks for all courses in which they are enrolled. Sharing of textbooks and reading materials is not allowed. Students who take studio art courses (photography, painting, drawing, ceramics, etc.) will have to purchase their own materials and supplies. See course descriptions for details.
Course Fees Museum Visits: Most courses include on-site classes that require travel and museum visits. Art History, Archeology and Food Culture courses all include extensive travel and on-site visits. Please look at the individual course descriptions for costs which can vary from 50-175 Euro. Note: Field trips and on-site courses are mandatory.
Special Programs: Other programs such as service learning and internships require the purchase of specific insurance (approx. 100 Euro). All students participating in internships are required to secure this insurance.
Italian Immigration Permits: All semester students are required to submit a permesso di soggiorno permit-to-stay application. As of Fall 2012, this fee — which is composed of a variety of document and service fees — is approximately 135 Euro.
Transportation: Although the program fees include transfers to and from the airport in Rome, they do not include everyday travel expenses. All students are housed within walking distance of the Institute and the local Universities so there is little need for daily travel. For travel outside the historic center, passes for local buses are available for approximately $30.00 per month, or €1.50 for 90 minutes on any bus. Intercity buses and trains are used mostly for distant travel, and students may spend from $100 – $300 depending on the amount of travel planned.
Optional Excursions: Each semester and summer session the Umbra Institute runs OPTIONAL day, overnight and weekend trips throughout Italy. One main trip is planned each semester: Weekend in Chianti, Weekend in Venice, or a Capri/Pompeii Getaway Weekend. In addition, two day trips to surrounding sites of historical interest are organized. Students who wish to attend the optional field trips should consider the following:
Price per weekend trip: Varies – approximately 175-290 Euro with meals and hotels
Price per daily excursion: Many are free, others cost approximately 10-25 Euro
Personal Travel: As as student in Perugia, you will most likely travel to many fascinating destinations throughout the Italian peninsula. Visits to popular destinations like Rome, Florence, Venice and small towns throughout Italy are all part the cultural discovery process and of taking advantage of your time overseas. In addition, exploring other countries and cities such as Barcelona, London, Paris, Prague, Amsterdam etc. is also quite a popular practice. Consider your travel plans and expenses when budgeting for your semester abroad.
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