How Does Italy Abroad Work?

Semester in Italy + Academics

The Classes

Classes fall into a modular schedule in early February. Nineteen credit hours are taken one class at a time over one- or two-week periods; some modules offer two concurrent classes for students to choose between. Lectures begin at 9 a.m. and last until 6 p.m. Monday through Friday with a three-hour lunch break (or riposo). Homework for the next day is completed each evening. This system enables students to enjoy a deep, intensive look at each subject with their professor and classmates, and enjoy most weekends free of homework.

Classes offered in Spring '10 include:
  • Cross-Cultural Missions & Evangelism with on-field expert, Sam Spatola, Sr. (3 credits)
  • Fine Arts with Dr. Mel Wilhoit, or its alternative Italian Renaissance Art (3 credits)
  • Introduction to Literature with Dr. Ray Legg
  • New Testament Literature & Interpretation with Dr. Jud Davis (3 credits)
  • The Gospel of Mark with Matt Benson (3 credits)
  • A CLF readings class (1 credit)
  • Intercultural Communication with Dr. Randy Hollingsworht (3 credits)
  • Contemporary Issues of the Church with Dr. Drew Randle (3 credits)
  • Romans with Dr. Peter Held (3 credits)
  • Contemporary Apologetics with Samuel Spatola (3 credits)
  • Conversational Italian workshops taught by the SBI staff (no college credit)

 

The Cost for Spring 2010
 
In addition to normal Bryan tuition, room & board, students can experience this in-depth study program for only $3,995 (includes airfare) when registering by September 14th, 2009-- last year's price! Those registering after September 14th pay $4,195 + Bryan tuition, room & board.  Bryan Financial Aid does apply to this program. Travel to/from the departure site (Atlanta airport), weekend trips, spring break travel, textbooks, and spending money are the responsibility of the student. Saints Bible Institute also charges a small refundable room deposit.
 
Payment deadlines are:
                9/14/09: $200 (Regular application deposit - non-refundable)
               10/05/09: $400 (Travel deposit - non refundable)
               10/26/09: $400 (Travel deposit - non-refundable)
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