Expenses
Approximate Program Costs
The following website provides current estimates of the program costs. Please remember that Middlebury College only bills you for the tuition portion (academic fees); the remaining expenses will be out-of-pocket. Figures may vary depending on individual lifestyles and situations. The exchange rate used when estimating these costs can be found at the bottom of the page. The “personal” figure covers only some basic necessities (e.g., local transportation, cell phone, bank fees, program-sponsored excursions, etc.) and does not, and is not, intended to include students’ discretionary spending (e.g., entertainment, fitness, and travel).
https://www.middlebury.edu/language-schools/languages/italian/graduate/dates-fees
Fluctuating exchange rates make advanced planning of costs challenging. We advise that you overestimate your costs to accommodate these fluctuations. Please be sure to confirm the exchange rate shortly before your departure so that you budget accordingly.
Discretionary Spending
Keep in mind that the amount of money you spend ultimately depends on the lifestyle you choose. Remember to budget extra if you are planning to travel before or after your program. Travel during the course of the semester is not recommended and not always possible due to course schedules and make-up classes. However, train travel and the appearance of low cost airlines like RyanAir and EasyJet have kept traveling relatively inexpensive and attractive to students. Be aware, however, that the cost of these trips can add up quickly.
If you are a big spender in the U.S., it would be a good idea to bring more money. If you plan on regularly sampling the nightlife, you should budget extra money for taxis to take you safely home as buses usually stop running by 12 a.m.
Estimated Living Expenses
The following costs are a breakdown of estimated living expenses in Florence.
Furnished apartments shared with Italians per month:
– €500 single room
– €200 electricity, gas, heat, water, internet
– €500 groceries [students enrolled at the University of Florence can eat at the cafeteria (mensa) for approximately €4,50/meal]
– €200 miscellaneous
– €1,400 total est. monthly costs
Italian Homestay costs per month:
€1100 – Room, breakfast and dinner 5 days/week (mezza pensione)
