The cost of an education at the Santa Reparata International School of Art (SRISA) includes more than just tuition—below you’ll find a full breakdown, from dates to housing to special excursions.
Please note: If working with a study abroad advisor, check with your home institution’s payment policies.
Program Fees
May 20 – June 20, 2025
- Program Fee
Processing Fee: $75
Program Deposit: $500 (see Deposit for details)
Summer Course Tuition
$2,225: Studio Course, 3 credits, 90 contact hours
$1,875: Lecture or Italian Language Course, 3 credits, 45 contact hours
NOTE: There are two Summer Sessions: Summer A and Summer B. Students have the option to attend one or both sessions. Students may take up to two courses per session (maximum one studio course per session).
There is a $200 discount when you enroll in more than one course.
Total 3-6 credits per session.
Maryville University in St. Louis Transcript (optional): $200 (this fee covers two summer sessions, see transcripts for more information)
- Additional Fee
Course Fees: Course fees are built into summer course tuition. However, some courses have additional excursions or elevated course activity costs for which additional fees may apply. Students enrolled in these courses will be billed after the add and drop period ends. Courses for which fees apply are listed on individual student schedules and course index sent out before the start of the program.
- Housing Fee
$250 Housing Deposit (see Deposit for details)
$1,055 Double or triple occupancy room in a shared apartment
$1,355 Single occupancy room in a shared apartment (see Housing page for details)
Private apartments available upon request, contact us for more information (see Housing page for details)
- Activities Fee
Activities Fee: $600 (inclusions below)
- Welcome Gala
- Student Art Exhibition and Reception
- One 1-Day and one Overnight SRISA sponsored Field Trip (or equivalent)
- Cultural Program Activities and Events
- Access to SRISA Optional Excursions
- On-campus Internet and Library
June 23 – July 24, 2025
- Program Fee
Processing Fee: $75
Program Deposit: $500 (see Deposit for details)
Summer Course Tuition
$2,225: Studio Course, 3 credits, 90 contact hours
$1,875: Lecture or Italian Language Course, 3 credits, 45 contact hours
NOTE: There are two Summer Sessions: Summer A and Summer B. Students have the option to attend one or both sessions. Students may take up to two courses per session (maximum one studio course per session).
There is a $200 discount when you enroll in more than one course.
Total 3-6 credits per session.
Maryville University in St. Louis Transcript (optional): $200 (this fee covers two summer sessions, see transcripts for more information)
- Additional Fee
Course Fees: Course fees are built into summer course tuition. However, some courses have additional excursions or elevated course activity costs for which additional fees may apply. Students enrolled in these courses will be billed after the add and drop period ends. Courses for which fees apply are listed on individual student schedules and course index sent out before the start of the program.
- Housing Fee
$250 Housing Deposit (see Deposit for details)
$1,055 Double or triple occupancy room in a shared apartment
$1,355 Single occupancy room in a shared apartment (see Housing page for details)
Private apartments available upon request, contact us for more information (see Housing page for details)
- Activities Fee
Activities Fee: $600 (inclusions below)
- Welcome Gala
- Student Art Exhibition and Reception
- One 1-Day and one Overnight SRISA sponsored Field Trip (or equivalent)
- Cultural Program Activities and Events
- Access to SRISA Optional Excursions
- On-campus Internet and Library
September 2 – December 20, 2025
- Program Fee
Processing fee: $75
Program Deposit: $1,000 (The program deposit will be applied towards the full balance of tuition)
Tuition: $9,375
4-5 Elective courses (maximum 4 studio courses)
Total Credits: 12-16
Maryville University in St. Louis Transcript (optional): $250 (this fee covers two consecutive semesters and two summer sessions, see transcripts for more information)
Academic Year Discount: $2,500* Students enrolling in the Academic Year program receive $2,500 off their second semester and 15% discount off Summer Tuition.
- Additional Fee
Course Fees: Additional course fees are billed to students after the add and drop period ends. These fees vary by course and semester. They are not confirmed until closer to the start of the semester so as to reflect what is included on the curriculum that term: site visits, museum entrances, guest lectures, basic shared studio supplies, etc. Course fees are listed on individual student schedules and course index sent out before the start of the program.
Permit of Stay fees will be billed to students by invoice along with course fees and optional field trips after the first week of class. The Permit of Stay is mandatory for all persons studying in Italy for over 90 days. Approximate Permit of Stay cost is 200 Euro.
Course and optional field trip fees vary. housing $500 Housing security deposit (see Deposit tab for details) $4,220 Double or triple occupancy room in a shared apartment $5,420 Single occupancy room in a shared apartment (see Housing page for details) Private apartments available upon request, contact us for more information (see Housing page for details)
- Housing Fee
- $500 Housing security deposit (see Deposit tab for details)
- $4,220 Double or triple occupancy room in a shared apartment
- $5,420 Single occupancy room in a shared apartment (see Housing page for details)
Private apartments available upon request, contact us for more information (see Housing page for details)
- Activities Fee
Activities Fee: $1,150 (inclusions below)
- Welcome Banquet
- Student Art Exhibition and Reception
- SEMESTER 2 Day Trips, 2 Overnight Trips or Equivalent
- Cultural Program Activities and Events
- SRISA Library and Internet Access
- Internship Fee
Internship Program – 15 Weeks: $2,225
Internship, 3 credits
For more information on Internships, click here.
January 12 – April 30, 2026
- Program Fee
Processing fee: $75
Program Deposit: $1,000 (The program deposit will be applied towards the full balance of tuition)
Tuition: $9,375
4-5 Elective courses (maximum 4 studio courses)
Total Credits: 12-16
Maryville University in St. Louis Transcript (optional): $250 (this fee covers two consecutive semesters and two summer sessions, see transcripts for more information)
Academic Year Discount: $2,500* Students enrolling in the Academic Year program receive $2,500 off their second semester and 15% discount off Summer Tuition.
- Additional Fee
Course Fees: Additional course fees are billed to students after the add and drop period ends. These fees vary by course and semester. They are not confirmed until closer to the start of the semester so as to reflect what is included on the curriculum that term: site visits, museum entrances, guest lectures, basic shared studio supplies, etc. Course fees are listed on individual student schedules and course index sent out before the start of the program.
Permit of Stay fees will be billed to students by invoice along with course fees and optional field trips after the first week of class. The Permit of Stay is mandatory for all persons studying in Italy for over 90 days. Approximate Permit of Stay cost is 200 Euro.
Course and optional field trip fees vary. housing $500 Housing security deposit (see Deposit tab for details) $4,220 Double or triple occupancy room in a shared apartment $5,420 Single occupancy room in a shared apartment (see Housing page for details) Private apartments available upon request, contact us for more information (see Housing page for details)
- Housing Fee
- $500 Housing security deposit (see Deposit tab for details)
- $4,220 Double or triple occupancy room in a shared apartment
- $5,420 Single occupancy room in a shared apartment (see Housing page for details)
Private apartments available upon request, contact us for more information (see Housing page for details)
- Activities Fee
Activities Fee: $1,150 (inclusions below)
- Welcome Banquet
- Student Art Exhibition and Reception
- SEMESTER 2 Day Trips, 2 Overnight Trips or Equivalent
- Cultural Program Activities and Events
- SRISA Library and Internet Access
- Internship Fee
How to make online payments
For online payments follow this link and then:
- Choose “Custom Fee”
- Input total amount from invoice
- Add to cart
- Proceed to checkout
- Add invoice number and details on last page before placing order
- Credit Card or PayPal, transaction fees apply
Deposit
Important note
Upon acceptance: You will be notified of your next steps for payment of the required deposit(s) to secure your place in the program by our enrollment deadline. Payment should not be made until you receive an official invoice from SRISA.
If a program deposit is requested on your invoice, it will be applied toward the full balance of tuition. This fee is non-refundable and will hold your place in the program. The housing deposit will be held as a security deposit and will be refunded minus any damages approximately 3-4 months after the program.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Tuition INCLUDES
- Course Tuition and SRISA Academic Credit
- SRISA Academic Transcript
- Pre-Departure Assistance
- Pre-Departure and Onsite Orientation
- 24-hour SRISA Staff Emergency Assistance
- Some Studio Supplies (see Course Catalog for Details)
- Access to the SRISA Campus’ in the evenings and weekends
Tuition DOES NOT Include
- Course Material Fees and Textbooks (fees vary and will be invoiced to students on-site after the add/drop deadline)
- Personal Expenses and Art Supplies
- Museum Entrances (outside of class)
- Meals & Optional Field Trips
- Permit of Stay (full-year students)
Activities Fee INCLUDES
- Welcome Banquet
- Student Art Exhibition and Reception
- SEMESTER 2 Day Trips, 2 Overnight Trips or Equivalent
- SUMMER 1 Day Trip, 1 Overnight or Equivalent
- Cultural Program Activities and Events
- SRISA Library and Internet Access
Housing Fee INCLUDES
- Shared Accommodations in Student Apartments
- Basic Utilities, Internet, and Final Cleaning Fee
- 24-hour SRISA Housing Emergency Assistance
The Mission of SRISA is to provide a rigorous and supportive learning environment that fosters in its students a desire to learn, explore, create, and participate.
Skill Development
SRISA provides a solid foundation of the skills necessary for success within the fine arts, liberal arts, and design fields.
Community
In an increasingly global world, the importance of community has never been more vital. SRISA staff and faculty create a supportive and collaborative environment for students. This united academic body is at the heart of what makes SRISA exceptional.
Research
SRISA encourages and fosters the idea that learning is an on-going process that continues throughout one’s life. SRISA provides the platform necessary for students to continue research and learning after formal education has ended.
Critical Thinking
Critical thinking is what draws the line between information and knowledge. The foundation of each course is based on connecting academic information to experiential knowledge.