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.

Spring Budget Sheet for CET Siena
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 *   $280.00
Billable subtotal:  $780.00
Program Provider - Program Tuition   $16,290.00
Program Provider - Program Fee   $4,100.00
Passport   $186.00
Visa   $50.00
Minimum Amount in Bank Account Required for Visa   $4,000.00
Airfare   $1,600.00
Meals   $2,800.00
Course Books and Materials   $0.00
Personal Expenses   $3,000.00
Non-billable subtotal:  $32,026.00
Total Financial Aid Eligibility: $32,806.00
Notes:

The above estimate is for the Spring 2024 semester from January 17, 2024 - May 4, 2024. The above estimate is based on students earning 12-18 credits.

The program tuition includes, all classes and program-related learning, staff support, insurance, activities & excursions, visa support, course materials and transcripts. The program fee is housing and other student life fees. 
Housing options are apartments or homestays. Homestays include breakfast and dinner. There is a $2,900 homestay fee. 

Students must obtain an Italian Student Visa ($50) and a Permit of Stay ($150). The Italian Government requires students to show proof of sufficient funds during the duration of the program, which is based off of the government requirement of $800 per month. The visa must be obtained before leaving for Italy, and students must apply for the separate Permit of Stay within 8 days of arriving in Italy. 

Last updated: 10/9/2023
* 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