The given expense estimates are subject to change. Personal expenses are completely dependent upon the individual. TTU provides high-end estimates using information provided by the program, and costs will vary according to individual spending habits.

Fall Budget Sheet for Lorenzo de'Medici - Florence, Italy
Budget Item Texas Resident
Education Abroad Fee (Non-Refundable) *   $350.00
RCOBA - Rawls Center for Global Engagement Fee (Rawls College of Business students only) *   $150.00
International Health Insurance *   $283.00
Billable subtotal:  $783.00
Program Provider - Program Tuition   $7,750.00
Program Provider - Program Fee   $4,490.00
Passport   $186.00
Visa   $59.00
Minimum Amount in Bank Account Required for Visa   $4,000.00
Airfare   $1,500.00
Local Transportation   $785.00
International Student ID Card   $28.00
Meals   $2,750.00
Course Books and Materials   $300.00
Personal Expenses   $2,750.00
Non-billable subtotal:  $24,598.00
Total Financial Aid Eligibility: $25,381.00
Notes:
The above estimate is for the Fall 2023 semester from August 29, 2023 - December 16, 2023. The above budget is based off students earning 12 - 15 credit hours. 

Program Tuition Includes required initial program payment [$500], on site orientation and staff support. Additional fees may be charged, depending on individual course fees. 

Program Fee Includes housing in a double occupancy room, and utilities up to $75. Utilities over $75 will be billed to the student.

Students can choose between a single or double occupancy for housing. Single is $5,490 and Double is $4,490. Students must pay a $300 housing and safety deposit that can be reimbursed if there are no damages to the apartment. 

Students must apply for an Italian Student Visa ($59) and show proof of sufficient funds, which is defined by the Italian government as $800 per month of the program.

Last updated on: 4/4/2023
* Billable item

For information about how federal financial aid applies to study abroad, please visit the Financial Resources tab on the TTU Study Abroad website: www.studyabroad.ttu.edu.

For specific questions about your federal financial aid, scholarships, or other financial benefits that apply to educational expenses, students can meet with Ms. Nikki Nordell in the TTU Financial Aid Office. To schedule an appointment, email nikki.nordell@ttu.edu and include your R number in the body of the email.

For specific questions about your military benefits such as the Hazlewood Act or G.I. Bill, please contact the TTU Military & Veterans Program department for assistance: mvp@ttu.edu.

For information about setting up a payment plan for the charges placed on your TTU Student Business Services account (billable subtotal), contact TTU Student Business Services: sbs@ttu.edu. For students participating on an affiliate or exchange program, please contact the program provider or university directly about payment plan availability.

Feb 9, 2022