As there are substantial advance readings to prepare, the program is deemed to begin May 7th. The first on-site event in Florence is orientation on Monday, May 28th. Classes begin Tuesday, May 29th. You do not need to physically be in Florence before May 28th, but we suggest arriving at least a week early to recover from jet lag and to secure your housing, if you have not already done so before you left. It is frequently possible to save money by shopping specials, using charters, using frequent flier miles, going through student agencies like Council Travel, or Adventure Travel Network , or consolidators or flying Monday through Thursday.
Food is always less costly if prepared at home than if ordered in a restaurant.
The above budget assumes that you eat breakfast at home and that you eat lunch and dinner in modest restaurants. Your food cost may also depend on your eating habits. Students may live anywhere they choose. Housing information will be provided to each student from USD-San Diego, when the student applies. Or see Florence Housing Information for more information.