SAI’s 5 week summer programs in Sorrento take advantage of the school’s location on the Southern Italy coast, with courses that discuss Mediterranean culture, history and arts. Students enroll in 1 or 2 elective courses for a total of 3 - 7 credits. SAI offers two 5 week summer programs at SA, each with different start dates and course options: Summer I and Summer II.
Application open until: February 15, 2025
Application Requirements
Complete online application
Personal statement (300-500 words)
Official transcript
Passport scan (photo page)
Italian privacy consent form
Highlights
- Spend your summer on the sparkling Italian coast
- Course Highlight: Archeology, Cities of Fire
- Complete a part-time internship
Program Dates
June 1, 2025 – July 5, 2025
Eligibility Requirements
Age: 18+
Academic Year: High school graduate or above
Cumulative GPA:* 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
* contact SAI if you don’t meet requirements
Program Add-On: Part-Time Internship
Summer students participating in the 5 week program can apply for a part time 3 credit internship to be completed as part of the 3 credit program option. Students are placed in internships that complement their major or minor, and are supported by ongoing reflective coursework. At the completion of the internship students produce an analytical paper that synthesizes what they have learned. Please note that there is an additional fee for completing an internship. For more information on internships see SA Internships.
Part-Time Internship Application Requirements
Students wishing to participate in a part-time 3 credit internship during their program should select the Internship program add-on at application, and complete the following additional application items:
- SA internship application; emailed once the SAI application is received.
- Resume and cover letter
- 2 letters of recommendation (professional or academic)
- Skype interview
Service Learning & Volunteer
Sant’Anna Institute holds service learning as a pillar of academic excellence, and several courses offer an optional service-learning component. Courses are intimately connected to the needs of various aspects of the community; they work in tandem with the community to create new ideas and new visions for future improvement. Service learning projects allow students to apply what they learn in the classroom in a professional manner, which develops their skills and gives back to their host community. For more information on volunteer work see SA Service Learning & Volunteer.
Courses & Schedule
SA courses run Monday – Friday. Students take one or two electives. Course schedules are confirmed 3 weeks prior to the program start. Please note that the Marine Biology Honors Research Project carries an additional course fee (see Fees below).
Course Registration
Students complete their course registration during the SAI application process by selecting their primary course choices as well as required alternate courses.
| Pre-Departure Calendar | |
|---|---|
| February 15 2025 |
Application Closes Applications accepted after closing as space permits. |
| Within 1 week of acceptance |
SAI Deposits Due $500 Enrollment Deposit (applied toward program fee) $300 Security Deposit (refundable) |
| March 1 2025 |
Enrollment Closes Students must complete their enrollment, including paying deposits, by this date. |
| March 3 2025 |
50% of Total Program Fee Due Students who are accepted and submit SAI deposits after this date will have an amended pay schedule. Either 50% or 100% of Program Fee will be due within 5 business days, based on the deposit payment date. |
| March 3 2025 |
Financial Aid Agreement & Good Faith Payment Deadline Students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment must complete the Financial Aid Agreement form and submit the Good Faith Payment by this date. |
| March 15 2025 |
SAI Scholarship Application Deadline Students wishing to apply for a SAI scholarship must have all application items submitted by 11:59pm Pacific Time on this date. |
| March 18 2025 |
SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Students wishing to defer payment until financial aid disbursement must submit the financial aid verification form to SAI by this date. |
| April 2 202 |
Balance of Total Program Fee Due (For students utilizing SAI financial aid payment deferment, any balance not covered by aid is due). |
| On-site Calendar | |
|---|---|
| June 1 2025 |
Arrival & Housing Check-in Students arrive at Naples International Airport (NAP). Students should arrive accordingly for the 12pm and 5pm airport pick up service. Upon arrival in Sorrento students are taken to housing. |
| June 2 2025 |
SA Academic Orientation & Welcome Events SA academic orientation is followed by a walking tour of Sorrento and a group meal. |
| June 2 2025 |
Classes Begin |
| July 4 2025 |
Classes End |
| July 5 2025 |
Program End & Housing Check-out Students must move out of housing by 10:00am to return home or pursue independent travel. |
| SAI Program Fees* | USD |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | $120 |
| Security Deposit Refundable at the end of the term. |
$300 |
| Program Fee: 3 – 4 credits Includes tuition, standard housing and SAI 360° Services (see What's Included). |
Coming soon |
| Program Fee: 6 – 7 credits Includes tuition, standard housing and SAI 360° Services (see What’s Included). |
Coming soon |
| Optional / Additional Fees: | |
| Program Add-On: Part-Time Internship Required for students participating in a part-time internship. |
Coming soon |
| Course fee: Marine Biology Honors Research Project Required for students enrolled in the course. |
Coming soon |
| Optional Private Room Housing Supplement Private room in dorm / shared apartment, with a shared bathroom. |
Coming soon |
| Optional Off-Campus Dorm Housing Supplement: Shared Shared room in off-campus dorm, includes 17 breakfasts and dinners. |
Coming soon |
| Optional Homestay Housing Supplement: Shared Family homestay housing in shared occupancy room (with another study abroad student). Includes breakfast and dinner daily. |
Coming soon |
| Optional Homestay Housing Supplement: Private Family homestay housing in private occupancy room. Includes breakfast and dinner daily. |
Coming soon |
| International Mailing Supplement When applicable, students are charged an international mailing supplement to ensure visa paperwork arrives in a timely manner. |
$90 |
*prices are subject to change
Note: certain SAI-affiliated US universities require specific payment arrangements. These may require that some fees are paid by the student directly to SAI, and other fees are paid to SAI by the affiliated university on behalf of the student. If you attend a SAI-affiliated university please contact your study abroad office or speak with your SAI Admissions Counselor for details.
| Budget | Low Est. | High Est. |
|---|---|---|
| Airfare to/from Naples |
$900 | $1,800 |
| Books, Supplies & Course Fees Course fees are sometimes imposed to cover field trips. |
$25 / course | $50 / course |
| Meals Combination of cooking at home and eating out. |
$600 / month | $1,000 / month |
| Personal Expenses | $250 / month | $350 / month |
| Transportation within Sorrento area Public transportation with some taxi rides. |
$50 / month | $100 / month |
| Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student. |
$300 / month | $1,000 / month |
This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!
- Program tuition and U.S. academic credit
- Accommodation in carefully selected student housing
- Airport pickup on arrival day
- Welcome reception and events
- Orientation to the host city and school
- On-site staff who foster a welcoming community for you and provide assistance when needed
- SAI Viva Experience: cultural engagement, excursions & wellness activities
- Student health insurance providing full coverage and medical emergency evacuation
- 24-hour on-site emergency support
- Farewell event
Pre-departure and Re-entry services
- Knowledgeable Admissions Counselor dedicated to you, providing friendly assistance
- Helpful pre-departure tools and resources
- Parent & family resources
- Online student groups to acquaint you with other SAI students
- Student visa advising
- Assistance with financial aid processing
- Need-based SAI scholarships
- Alumni Ambassador Program, with paid internship opportunities
- SAI alumni network
SAI offers all students the Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities, at no extra cost, for participants to get to know their community, city and country. Following is a sample of the activities included in this program. Please note that actual activities may differ.
Welcome Event
All students are invited to a typical Italian meal welcoming them to the program and their host city.
Welcome Tour of Sorrento
Students tour Sorrento, including stops at popular shops, supermarkets, and places of entertainment, as well as important landmarks such as main squares, post offices, bus stops and taxi stands.
Pompeii
Students visit the Roman city of Pompeii, buried by volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79. Though the site is still not fully excavated, visitors can see the ruins of villas, ancient temples and the Stabian Baths to gain an intimate knowledge of how wealthy Romans lived 2,000 years ago.
Gelato Making Course
Students visit the lab of a gelato shop and learn how to make the perfect Italian gelato as well as the techniques to blend different flavors. After the course students enjoy their creation.
Farewell Event
After classes are over students and staff share in a celebratory final meal to reflect and say goodbyes.
Standard Housing: Student dorm or apartment
Standard housing includes a shared occupancy room in the student dorm or in a shared student apartment. Dorm housing is assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis with limited availability. All SAI housing in Sorrento is equipped with basic furniture, towels and bed linens, wireless Internet, and air conditioning. Students have access to kitchen facilities, comfortable common areas, and washing machines.
Optional Housing: Family homestay (additional fee applies)
Students choosing the family homestay option will be placed with a local family, which could be an older married couple or a family with children. Homestay families are typically within a short walking distance to the school. The homestay option includes breakfast and dinner 7 days a week in a shared occupancy room (upgrade to a private bedroom available).
Optional Housing: Off-campus dorm (additional fee applies)
Students choosing the off-campus dorm option will be placed in a shared bedroom in a student dorm located approximately 20 minutes from campus. This housing option does not include access to a kitchen, but includes 17 breakfasts and 17 dinners served by the dorm’s cafeteria (vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available) with the option to purchase additional meal vouchers as needed.
Passports
Passports should be valid for 3 months after planned departure from Italy.
Student Visas
In accordance with Italian law, U.S. students studying in Italy for 90 days or less are not required to obtain a student visa. Therefore all U.S. students do not require a student visa for this program. Non-US nationals should consult their local Consulate for information on student visa requirements.