Reggio Emilia Fees & Deadlines – 2026 Spring
Program Fees
USAC is a non-profit organization that provides quality, affordable study abroad programs. Our programs give students flexibility and control in selecting options that impact program cost.
| Estimated Program Fees and Housing | Cost (USD) | Selected (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Program fee | 9,980 | 9,980 |
| Housing | ||
| Shared Apartment - Double Room | 1,265 to 2,134 | |
| Homestay | 1,370 to 1,792 | |
| Shared Apartment - Single Room | 1,581 to 2,608 | 1,581 |
| Studio Apartment *can be made into double room* | 1,897 | |
| Studio Apartment - Single Room | 3,794 | |
| Estimated Starting Program Fees and Housing: $ | 11,561 | |
Some costs are estimates and all costs are subject to change.
See the Money Matters section for more financial information, including help with financing and scholarship resources.
Program fee includes:
- Tuition and fees
- Student health insurance
- Scholarship advising and assistance
- As well as:
- 24-hour local emergency staff support
- Group flight airport pick-up (subject to availability)
- Host university student ID card
- Local medical assistance
- Local travel resources, tips, suggestions
- Mandatory on-site orientation
- On-site USAC office and staff
- Parental support and advisement
- Personalized pre-departure advising
- Police permit registration assistance
- Program-organized field trips
- Transcript assistance
- USAC prearranged housing placement service
- Visa guidance
Program Deadlines
| September 15, 2025 | Early Admission Group Visa Deadline - Los Angeles Consulate Only |
| - | Refer to the Consulate General of Italy's website to determine which consulate jursidiction(s) you fall under. If you will apply for your student visa through the Italian Consulate in Los Angeles you are required to take part in USAC’s group visa submission process and are strongly advised to complete your study abroad application by the Early Admission deadline since later group visa submission is not guaranteed. Contact your Enrollment Specialist to discuss your options. |
| - | Group visa participants must have a valid passport in-hand by the Early Admission deadline. Check your passport expiration date: the passport must be valid a minimum six months beyond the program end date. |
| October 1 | Standard Application Deadline - All other students |
| - | We advise that you have a valid passport in hand by this date. Your passport must be valid for a minimum six months beyond the program end date. |
| November 15 | Balance Due Deadline | Financial Aid Deferment Form Due |
| November 15 | Confirmation Deposit Refund Deadline |
| December 1 | Tuition Refund Deadline | Refer to Enhanced Refund Policy |
See Ready to Apply for additional information about the application process and Money Matters for more details regarding payment and cancellation deadlines. Payment of the Confirmation Deposit cannot be deferred. USAC reserves the right to make adjustments to fees or deadlines at any time.
Occasionally dates need to be changed or field trips modified. Refer back to this calendar often for the most current dates.