When is the best time to study in Cortona?
Cortona has many wonderful things to offer during each of the spring, summer, and fall sessions. To be eligible, students must be rising juniors or higher. Many students receive as a gift participation in the Cortona Program during the term just after graduation. This can be an excellent step toward graduate school or career preparation. Graduate or undergraduate credit is available.

Is Italian required to study in Cortona?
Of course it would be beneficial to take Italian before or during the program; however, all classes are taught in English. Italian classes, when offered can enrich the experience of students in Cortona.

If I study abroad, will it delay graduation?
If you plan with your academic advisor and have your courses approved as part of your academic program, it will not delay graduation. Remember, The University of Georgia converted to the semester system beginning in the fall of 1998.

How can I afford to study abroad?
In many cases the cost of studying in Cortona is comparable to studying at The University of Georgia with the addition of the cost of transportation to Italy. This has been proven by students who add together all of their costs of living in Athens in comparison to their costs of living in Cortona. Students from many other institutions find that studying in Cortona is less expensive than studying at their home campus. In addition, a limited number of stipends and scholarships are available on a competitive basis. Look on the "academics" page of this web site under "financial aid" for a listing of available stipends.

Can I apply my financial aid to study abroad?
In most cases your financial aid will apply. Your financial aid counselor can work with you to re-calculate your aid package to reflect the cost of studying abroad and to complete the necessary paper, work. Immediately, check with the financial aid at your institution (institutions vary), the Study Abroad Office, and the reference section of the library (i. e. Financial Aid for Research, Study, Travel, & Other Activities Abroad, 1990-1991 by Schlachter and Weber) regarding funds especially for study abroad. Also check out: www.finaid.com/

How does the cost of studying in Cortona compare to other programs?
Few, if any, offer the value of the Cortona Program. The 1998 cost per week is less than $650.00, other programs cost between $700.00 and $1,200.00 per week. Our program includes travel while with the group, housing, two meals a day during weekdays, 12 - 15 semester hours of university credit, and the international student identification card. Trans-atlantic airfare is not included in the cost.