If you want to bring money for the entire term so that you do not overspend and stick to a budget, make certain you bring traveler's checks. The fees that you pay to the Umbra Institute include all expenses except meals, textbooks and optional excursions.
Expenditures vary greatly with lifestyle.
When deciding how much money you will need, consider your personal spending habits and the amount of independent travel you are planning. Keep in mind that most students report that they end up traveling much more than they expected to before they left. Most Umbra courses take full advantage of Italy's open classroom with field trips and excursions. The Institute will pay for all co-curricular trips including travel and museum fees. It is also possible to receive cash advances from your credit card at most banks.