Tuition & Fees
Dates, fees, programs, their details and deadlines are subject to change.
Course selections may be subject to change depending on enrollment and availability.
Fees may vary depending on exchange rates. Additional fees may apply.
Summer in Japan: Critical Studies on Food Systems and Sustainability
| Fees | Summer 2020 |
| Fee includes tuition for up to 7 credits, program activities, excursions, and accommodation in a home stay. |
$ 4,950 |
| Transcript fee (if requested, from Portland State University). | $ 600. Supporting grants available from Gustolab International. |
Summer in Vietnam: Critical Studies on Food Systems and Sustainability
| Fees | Summer 2020 |
| Fee includes tuition for up to 9 credits, program activities, excursions, and accommodation in a home stay. |
$ 2019: $4,925. 2020: TBA |
| Transcript fee (if requested, from Portland State University). | $ 600. Supporting grants available from Gustolab International. |
Summer in Italy: Critical Studies on Food Systems and Sustainability
| Fees | Summer 2020 |
| Fee includes tuition for up to nine credits, program activities, excursions, 5 days outside of Rome, and shared apartments. |
6 credits/ 2 courses: $ 5,939 9 credits/ 3 courses: $ 6,718 |
| Transcript fee (if requested, from Portland State University). | $ 600. Supporting grants available from Gustolab International. |
Summer in Italy: Academic Internship
| Fees | Summer 2020 |
| Program fee includes research & language component, all instructional and support fees, internship related transportation expenses within Italy, Internship placement, Visa Assistance, Housing assistance, Pre-departure guidance, On-site safety and cultural orientation, Cell phone, City transportation card, Intern services and learning support services, 24/7 emergency phone support, welcome and farewell meals, final symposium activities and tastings, materials, Record of Study and re-entry support |
$ 4,706 (internship in Rome) $ 4,848 (internship outside of Rome but within Lazio region) $ 5,576 (internship in other regions of Italy)
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Fall: Food in Italy - Sustainable Markets, Products & Processes Program
| Fees | Fall 2020 |
| Option A: Includes tuition for five courses, program activities, excursions, and shared apartments. |
$ 15,472. |
| Option B: Includes tuition and fees for four courses and academic internship, program activities, excursions, and shared apartments. |
$ 14,962. |
| Option C: Includes tuition and fees for four courses, program activities, excursions, and shared apartments |
$ 12,872. |
| Option D: Includes tuition and fees for three courses and academic internship, program activities, excursions, and shared apartments |
$ 13,305. |
Spring: Food Culture & Food Media in Italy
| Fees | Spring 2020 |
| Option A: Includes tuition for five courses, program activities, excursions, 5 days outside of Rome, and shared apartments. |
$ 13,375. |
| Option B: Includes tuition for four courses, program activities, excursions, 5 days outside of Rome, and shared apartments. |
$ 12,448. |
| Option C: Includes tuition for four courses + academic internship, program activities, excursions, 5 days outside of Rome, and shared apartments. |
$ 15,722. |
Fall & Spring Academic Internship in Italy
| Fees | Spring/Fall |
| Tuition varies by internship length and location. Program Fee includes research & language component, all instructional and support fees, internship related transportation expenses within Italy, Internship placement, Visa Assistance, Housing assistance, Pre-departure guidance, On-site safety and cultural orientation, Cell phone, City transportation card, Intern services and learning support services, 24/7 emergency phone support, welcome and farewell meals, final symposium activities and tastings, materials, Record of Study and re-entry support. |
Internship in Rome 1 month – $ 4,706, 2 months – $ 7,335, 3 months – $ 9,690, 4 months – $ 11,241 Internship out of Rome but within Lazio region 1 month – $ 4,848, 2 months – $ 7,623, 3 months – $ 9,978, 4 months – $11,529 Internship in other regions of Italy 1 month – $ 5,576, 2 months – $ 9,108, 3 months – $ 12,349, 4 months – $13,251
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OTHER PROGRAM RELATED FEES – ITALY PROGRAMS
| Item | Amount |
| After notice of acceptance, a non-refundable down-payment is required to commit to the program. This will be deducted from the program fee. | $400 |
| Insurance: All students are required to enroll in a select insurance policy. | Varies between $ 100 and $ 300 based on program length. |
| Fee for hard copy visa or other support letters sent through international shipping, if requested. | $ 40 – 100, estimated. |
| Single room housing supplement. On request, upon availability (in addition to regular housing fee) | Starting from $ 500. |
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A housing deposit is due on receipt of apartment keys. |
$200 |
OUT OF POCKET EXPENSES – ITALY PROGRAMS
All students should anticipate additional expenses. These will vary considerably based on your personal needs and choices. Typical students will encounter the following additional expenses (may vary depending on exchange rates).
| Item | Estimated amount |
| International Transportation | $ 1,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 200 |
| Food | $ 140/week |
| Miscellaneous Personal Expenses- Estimates of out-of-pocket expenses reported by prior students. | $ 100/week |
CANCELLATION POLICY – ITALY PROGRAMS – OPEN ENROLLMENT
A total refund (excluding the $400 non-refundable deposit) will be made if a student withdraws 60 days before the beginning of a program.
A 50% refund (excluding the $400 non-refundable deposit) will be made if students withdraw from 30-60 days before the beginning of a program.
No refunds will be made if withdrawal is made within 30 days of the beginning of a program.
Upon arrival in Italy, no refund will be made for any reason whatsoever in case the student decides to cancel, change or vacate the assigned housing.
Are you attending a customized program? Different conditions may apply for students from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Hobart and William Smith Colleges or students attending other customized field schools. Learn more.
