Tuition & Fees
On this page, you can learn about what our tuition fees for our direct enroll programs usually include. Please note that fees are subject to change, may vary depending on exchange rates and that additional fees may apply. You can also find our withdrawal policy. Updated tuition fees for the program you are applying for are listed on the respective program pages.
TUITION FEES – COURSES – ITALY PROGRAMS – DIRECT ENROLL
Please note that tuition varies according to number of courses. Program tuition fee usually includes
- All instructional fees,
- Instructional materials,
- Co-curricular activities such as excursions, tastings, visits,
- Shared accommodation in the Rome city center and maintenance assistance,
- Pre-departure advising including visa assistance and an orientation,
- Welcome and transfer from the Rome Fiumicino airport to student’s accommodations
- On-site safety and cultural orientation,
- Simple cell phone and Italian sim card,
- City transportation card,
- 24/7 emergency phone support
- Welcome and farewell group meals
- GLi Record of Study
- Re-entry support.
TUITION FEES – ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP – ITALY PROGRAMS – DIRECT ENROLL
Program tuition fee for a placement in Rome usually includes. Please note that services and tuition varies by internship length and location.
- Placement
- Research project advising and mentoring
- Italian language instruction
- Shared accommodation and housing assistance
- Instructional materials and support,
- Internship related transportation expenses within Italy,
- Pre-departure advising including visa assistance and an orientation,
- Welcome and transfer from the Rome Fiumicino airport to student’s accommodations
- On-site safety and cultural orientation,
- Simple cell phone and Italian sim card,
- Rome city transportation card,
- Intern services and learning support services,
- 24/7 emergency phone support,
- Welcome and farewell group meals,
- Internship symposium activities and tastings,
- GLi Record of Study
- Re-entry support.
OTHER PROGRAM RELATED FEES – ITALY PROGRAMS -DIRECT ENROLL
| Item | Amount |
| Transcript fee (if available and requested, from Portland State University). | $600 |
| 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, transcript 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 – DIRECT ENROLL
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 |
WITHDRAWAL POLICY – ITALY PROGRAMS – DIRECT ENROLL
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.
WITHDRAWAL POLICY – CUSTOMIZED PROGRAMS
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.
TUITION FEES – JAPAN AND VIETNAM PROGRAMS – DIRECT ENROLL
Fee includes
- tuition
- program activities,
- excursions,
- accommodation in a home stay.
