Lorenzo de' Medici School

Deadlines, Dates, and Fees

Study Abroad Program
*The following deadlines, dates, and pricing information apply to the Study Abroad Program, including Summer Workshops/Field School. Please refer to Certificate Program and Bachelors Degree Program information for appropriate deadlines, dates, and pricing.

Certificate Program
*The following deadlines, dates, and pricing information apply to the Certificate Program, including Study and Professional Study Certificate Programs. Please refer Study Abroad Program and Bachelors Degree Program information for appropriate deadlines, dates, and pricing.

Bachelors Degree Program


Study Abroad Program Deadlines, Dates, and Pricing Information

*The following deadlines, dates, and pricing information apply to the Study Abroad Program, including Summer Workshops/Field School. Please refer to Certificate Program and Bachelors Degree Program information for appropriate deadlines, dates, and pricing.

Program Deadlines
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Students must submit application materials on or before application deadlines. The $500 initial program payment and the $300 housing deposit are also due on or before the application deadline. If you are applying on or near the application deadline, you must pay half of the program payment and the housing deposit with your application. These payments will be returned to you in full in the event you are not accepted. Payment deadline indicates date by which the entire program fee must be paid.

There is a $125 late application fee for students applying after the application deadline. Please note, late applicants may not receive course and/or housing preferences and may experience difficulty obtaining their visa prior to program start date.

Students may establish a payment plan (for an additional fee of $130) whereby payment in full will not be due until 10 days prior to departure. For financial aid students, payment in full is due upon the release of their financial aid funds with a signed personal guarantee.

Program Session Application Deadlines Payment Deadlines (on or before):
Summer 1 / June 2008 (*including Summer Workshops) April 15 May 15
Summer 2 / July 2008 (*including Summer Workshops) May 15 June 15
Summer 3 / August 2008 (*Florence only) July 1 July 15
Tuscania Archeology Field School 2008 May 15 June 15
Fall 2008 June 15 July 15
Academic Year 2008-2009 June 15 July 15
January Intersession 2009 (*Florence and Tuscania) November 15 December 15
Spring 2009 November 15 December 15

Program Dates and Pricing: Study Abroad
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The program dates are listed below and indicate arrival and departure dates for each session. Corresponding costs are dependent upon site, session, program/course, and housing selection. Please be sure to read carefully all conditions regarding your selections.

Also, when making outbound travel arrangements, be mindful of the time change. Please be sure that your flight arrives in Italy on the correct day, as flights often arrive in Italy the day after US departure.

Site Session Program Dates Program Tuition Cost
Florence and Rome Summer I 2008 (June) 5/22 - 6/21 3 credits (or 4 credit Italian/Florence only) $1600
6 credits Super Intensive Italian $1,850
6-7 credits (2 elective and/or language courses) $2,850
Summer II 2008 (July) 6/26 - 7/26 3 credits (or 4 credit Italian/Florence only) $1600
6 credits Super Intensive Italian $1,850
6-7 credits (2 elective and/or language courses) $2,850
Summer III 2008 (August) *Florence only 7/25 - 8/23 3 credits Italian $1600
6 credits Super Intensive Italian $1,850
Fall 2008 9/3-12/20 12-16 credits or

18 credits Super Intensive Italian

 $7,600
Fall 2008

One Semester - Three Cities

(Tuscania, Rome, Florence)

 9/3-12/12 15-18 credits $7,600
Academic Year 2008-09 9/3-5/16 12-16 credits or

18 credits Super Intensive Italian

per semester

 $14,820

(Discount applied to 2nd semester tuition.)

January Intersession 2009

*Florence and Tuscania only

 1/2-1/24 3 credit elective or Super Intensive Italian $1,400
6 credits (2 elective courses) $2,600
Spring 2009 1/28-5/16 12-16 credits or

18 credits Super Intensive Italian

 $7,600
Spring 2009

One Semester - Three Cities

(Tuscania, Rome, Florence)

 1/28-5/8 15 credits $7,600


Site Session Program Dates Program Tuition Cost
Tuscania Summer I 2008 (June) 5/22 - 6/21 3 credits (elective or Italian) $1500
6 credits (2 elective and/or language courses) $2400
Summer II 2008 (July) 6/26 - 7/26 3 credits (elective or Italian) $1500
6 credits (2 elective and/or language courses) $2400
Fall 2008 9/3-12/20 12-16 credits or

18 credits Super Intensive Italian

 $6,800
Fall 2008

One Semester - Three Cities

(Tuscania, Rome, Florence)

 9/3 -12/12 15-18 credits $7,600
Academic Year 2008-09 9/3-5/16 12-16 credits or

18 credits Super Intensive Italian per semester

 $13,260

(Discount applied to 2nd semester tuition.)

January Intersession 2009 1/2-1/24 3 credit elective or Super Intensive Italian $1,300
6 credits (2 elective courses) $2,400
Spring 2009 1/28-5/16 12-16 credits or

18 credits Super Intensive Italian

 $6,800
Spring 2009

One Semester - Three Cities

(Tuscania, Rome, Florence)

 1/28-5/8 15 credits $7,600

Program Dates and Pricing: Summer Workshops and Field School
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The workshops and field school are short-term programs that provide 6 credits and include at least 1 week countryside. Please refer to the website for detailed descriptions of the programs.

Workshop Site Dates Cost
Marble Sculpture Workshop Florence and Carrara 5/21-6/20 $3,750
Color and Light: Watercolor Workshop Florence and Southern Italy 6/26-7/26 $3,750
Restoration Workshop Florence and Southern Italy 5/22-6/21 or 6/26-7/26 $3,750
Archeology Field School Tuscania 7/3 - 8/2 $4,500 (Includes housing)

* Students who enroll for the Academic Year will receive a 5% discount on tuition cost for the second semester.

* Students enrolling in 2 or more summer sessions will receive a 5% discount on tuition cost.

* Scholarships are available for semester study abroad programs. Please inquire with the LdM North American Enrollment Services + Academic Relations Office.

Housing Dates and Pricing
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(based on student apartment, except where noted otherwise)

Housing costs include coverage of utility costs up to $75. Utility expenses above $75 will be charged to student residents.

Site Term Cost
Florence Double Occupancy January Intersession/Summer (per session) $800
Single Occupancy/Summer (per session; single not available for January) $1,000
Double Occupancy Semester $2,950
Single Occupancy Semester $3,550
Double Occupancy Academic Year* $5,900
Single Occupancy Academic Year* $7,100
Rome Double Occupancy Summer (per session) $800
Single Occupancy Summer (per session) $1,000
Double Occupancy Semester $3,300
Single Occupancy Semester $3,800
Double Occupancy Academic Year* $6,600
Single Occupancy Academic Year* $7,600
Tuscania Double Occupancy January Intersession/Hotel Tuscania only ** EURO 465
Single Occupancy January Intersession/Hotel Tuscania only ** EURO 675
Double Occupancy Summer (per session) $600
Single Occupancy Summer (per session) $800
Double Occupancy Semester $2,200
Single Occupancy Semester $2,600
Double Occupancy Academic Year* $4,400
Single Occupancy Academic Year* $5,200
One Semester - Three Cities

(Tuscania, Rome, Florence)

 Double Occupancy Semester $3,100
Single Occupancy Semester $3,500

*Academic Year housing is for exact dates of programs. Students must vacate between program sessions. Students who are enrolled for the Fall semester and wish to stay for the Spring semester may store luggage/belongings between sessions. LdM will assist students in finding storage and students will pay storage provider directly on site.

**Housing cost paid directly to Hotel Tuscania. Consult LdM US for more information.

Students interested in other housing options (residence, hotel, B&B, or hostel) should contact the LdM North American Enrollment Services + Academic Relations Office for additional housing costs. Housing with a host family is available on a very limited basis.

Student Insurance Pricing
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This supplemental insurance is required. Although it is not included in the Tuition Cost, it is included in the Total Program Cost below.

Session Cost
January Intersession $60
Semester $240
Summer (per session) $75
Academic Year $585

Total Program Costs
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These costs are based on standard course selection, double occupancy student apartment housing, and student insurance.

Site Fall 2008 Academic Year 2008-09 January

Intersession 2009

 Spring 2009 Summer 2008 (per session)
Florence $10790 $21305 $2360 $10790 $2475
Rome $11440 $22005 NA $11140 $2475
Tuscania $9240 $18245 $2058 $9240 $2175
One Semester - Three Cities $10940 NA NA $10940 NA

What is included in the Total Program Cost (above)?
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  • Tuition
  • Housing (if securing housing through LdM)
  • Utilities up to $75/month per student (if securing housing through LdM)
  • Student medical and life insurance (including medical evacuation and repatriation)*
  • 24 hour emergency health line to advisors
  • Grade report from LdM and, if necessary, a United States accredited university transcript from Marist College or one of the other accredited LdM affiliates
  • Welcome and Farewell receptions
  • Free mobile telephone rental from Platform 3000 with SMS broadcast messaging
  • Internet access
  • Pre-departure Guide
  • On-site orientation
  • Student services, including cultural and social events (some for additional fees)
  • Special interest clubs (some require additional fees)
  • On-campus library facilities
  • On-line library for those students receiving a Marist College transcript
  • Post-program evaluation
  • Access to an LdM Advisor
  • Revenue stamp and assistance in preparing documents for Permit of Stay (if applicable)
  • Advice on acquiring a VISA

What is available for an additional fee?
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  • Airfare
  • Excursions
  • Permit of Stay application fee and services through Platform 3000
  • Books, lab and material fees, academic field trips
  • Transportation in Italy
  • Meals and laundry
  • Phone service/calls
  • $300 Housing Deposit (refundable)
  • Some cultural events
  • Housing between semesters for academic year students

What other fees might be associated with my enrollment?
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  • Extra Course Fee: $950 (through Summer 2008); $1,000 (beginning Fall 2008)
  • Late Application Fee (all sessions): $125
  • Payment Plan Fee (all sessions): $130
  • Students attending January Intersession and Summer Programs may wish to enroll in non-credit Italian wine or cuisine courses for an additional fee.

      • Extra Non-credit Course Fees for Summer 2008 Sessions in Florence and Tuscania:
      Cuisine (2hrs./wk. = 8 hrs. total): $330
      Wine Tasting (2 hrs./wk. = 8 hrs. total): $350

      Extra Non-credit Course Fees for Summer 2008 Sessions in Florence and Tuscania:
      Cuisine (2hrs./wk. = 8 hrs. total): $330
      Wine Tasting (2 hrs./wk. = 8 hrs. total): $350

      Extra Non-credit Course Fees for Summer 2008 Sessions in Rome:
      Wine Tasting (2 hrs./wk. = 8 hrs. total): $350

      Extra Non-credit Course Fees for January Intersession 2009 in Florence and Tuscania:
      Cuisine (2hrs./wk. = 6 hrs. total): $270
      Wine Tasting (2 hrs./wk. = 6 hrs. total): $300


    Certificate Program Deadlines, Dates, and Pricing Information

    *The following deadlines, dates, and pricing information apply to the Certificate Program, including Study and Professional Study Certificate Programs. Please refer Study Abroad Program and Bachelors Degree Program information for appropriate deadlines, dates, and pricing.

    Certificate Program Deadlines
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    Students must submit application materials on or before application deadlines. The $500 initial program payment and the $300 housing deposit are also due on or before the application deadline. If you are applying on or near the application deadline, you must pay half of the program payment and the housing deposit with your application. These payments will be returned to you in full in the event you are not accepted. Payment deadline indicates date by which the entire program fee must be paid.

    There is a $125 late application fee for students applying after the application deadline. Please note, late applicants may not receive course and/or housing preferences and may experience difficulty obtaining their visa prior to program start date.

    Students may establish a payment plan (for an additional fee of $130) whereby payment in full will not be due until 10 days prior to departure. For financial aid students, payment in full is due upon the release of their financial aid funds with a signed personal guarantee.

    Program Session Application Deadlines Payment Deadlines (on or before):
    Fall 2008 June 15 July 15
    Spring 2009 November 15 December 15

    *Please note that certain programs begin only during a specified session/semester. Consult the Certificate Program Profiles.

    Program Dates and Pricing: Certificate Program
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    The program dates are listed below and indicate arrival and departure dates for each session. Corresponding costs are dependent upon program and housing selection. Please be sure to read carefully all conditions regarding your selections.

    Also, when making outbound travel arrangements, be mindful of the time change. Please be sure that your flight arrives in Italy on the correct day, as flights often arrive in Italy the day after US departure.

    Session Program Dates Tuition Cost
    Fall 2008 9/3 - 12/20 $7,600
    Spring 2009 1/28 - 5/16 $7,600
    Academic Year 08-09 9/3 - 5/16 $14,820 (Discount applied to 2nd semester tuition.)

    *If you are seeking US credit for your coursework as part of the Certificate Program, there will be an additional fee for the semesters during which you are enrolled in 18 hours.

    Housing Dates and Pricing
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    (based on student apartment, except where noted otherwise)

    A $300.00 Housing Deposit is required for the student apartments for all sites/sessions. The deposit is refundable at program's end, minus any damages.

    Housing costs include coverage of utility costs up to $75. Utility expenses above $75 will be charged to student residents.

    Term Cost
    Double Occupancy Semester $2,950
    Single Occupancy Semester $3,550
    Double Occupancy Academic Year* $5,900
    Single Occupancy Academic Year* $7,100

    *Academic Year housing is for exact dates of programs. Students must vacate between program sessions. Students may store luggage/belongings during this time and may return to housing one week prior to spring session. Students may arrange to stay in their apartment between the fall and spring sessions for an additional fee. Please inquire at LdM North American Enrollment Services + Academic Relations Office.

    Students interested in other housing options (residencia, hotel, B&B, or hostel) should contact the LdM North American Enrollment Services + Academic Relations Office for additional housing costs. Housing with a host family is available on a very limited basis.

    Student Insurance Pricing
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    This supplemental insurance is required. Although it is not included in the Tuition Cost, it is included in the Total Program Cost below.

    Session Cost
    Semester $240
    Summer (per session) $75
    Academic Year $585

    Total Program Costs
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    These costs are based on Certificate Program tuition (non US credit), double occupancy student apartment housing, and student insurance. Costs are listed up to one academic year (for 2008-2009). Students enrolled in a 2-year program or attending beyond Summer 2009 should note that costs may be adjusted for the academic year 2009-2010.

    Program Site Fall 2008 Academic Year 2008-09 Spring 2009
    Fashion Design Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Fashion Design Professional Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Graphic Design and Communication Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Graphic Design and Communication Professional Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Jewelry Design Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Jewelry: Art and Design Professional Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Interior Design Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Interior Design Professional Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Restoration and Conservation Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Restoration and Conservation Professional Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790
    Fine Arts Study Certificate Florence $10,790 $21,305 $10,790

    What is included in the Total Program Cost (above)
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    • Tuition
    • Housing (if securing housing through LdM)
    • Utilities up to $75/month per student (if securing housing through LdM)
    • Student medical and life insurance (including medical evacuation and repatriation)*
    • 24 hour emergency health line to advisors
    • Grade report from LdM and, if necessary, a United States accredited university transcript from Marist College or one of the other accredited LdM affiliates
    • Welcome and Farewell receptions
    • Free mobile telephone rental from Platform 3000 with SMS broadcast messaging
    • Internet access
    • Pre-departure Guide
    • On-site orientation
    • Student services, including cultural and social events (some for additional fees)
    • Special interest clubs (some require additional fees)
    • On-campus library facilities
    • On-line library for those students receiving a Marist College transcript
    • Post-program evaluation
    • Access to an LdM Advisor
    • Revenue stamp and assistance in preparing documents for Permit of Stay (if applicable)
    • Advice on acquiring a VISA

    What is available for an additional fee?
    back to top

    • Airfare
    • Excursions
    • Permit of Stay application fee and services through Platform 3000
    • Books, lab and material fees, academic field trips
    • Transportation in Italy
    • Meals and laundry
    • Phone service/calls
    • $300 Housing Deposit (refundable)
    • Some cultural events
    • Housing between semesters for academic year students

    What other fees might be associated with my enrollment?
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    • Additional Course Fee (US credits for semesters during which 18 hours are taken): $950
    • Late Application Fee (all sessions): $125
    • Payment Plan Fee (all sessions): $130

STUDY ABROAD PROGRAM
Program Deadlines

Program Dates and Pricing: Study Abroad

Program Dates and Pricing: Summer Workshops and Field School

Housing Dates and Pricing

Student Insurance Pricing

Total Program Costs

What is included in the Total Program Cost?

What is available for an additional fee?

What other fees might be associated with my enrollment?


CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Program Deadlines

Program Dates and Pricing

Housing Dates and Pricing

Student Insurance Pricing

Total Program Costs

What is included in the Total Program Cost?

What is available for an additional fee?

What other fees might be associated with my enrollment?