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Summer 2025 - Italy & Japan

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MiraCosta Summer 2025 Study Abroad Programs

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Florence, Italy - Architecture and Italian Culture

30/30 Confirmed Participants (as of 11/19/2024 at 3:50 pm) 
*We will take 5 additional spaces for the waitlist.

Florence, Italy

Come to Italy and immerse yourself in learning its rich culture and architecture. Based in Florence, you'll also explore Rome, Ravenna, Venice and Bologna, each city offering unique insights into Italian culture. This program promises an unforgettable experience in some of Italy's most iconic cities.

Florence Info Session
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Program Dates

  • June 11 -  July 9, 2025 - Program dates in country 
  • May 27 - July 19, 2025 - Course dates (on-line classes before and after time abroad)

Eligibility Requirement 

  • 18 years old by the program start date

Courses 

  • ITAL 121 (3 units) Italian Culture with Professor Andrea Petri 
  • DESN 107 (3 units)  The History of Western Architecture with Professor David Parker  

Excursions + Activities

  • Visit Rome, Ravenna, Bologna and Venice
  • Medieval town of Siena
  • Dante's tomb
  • Boboli Gardens
  • Medici Chapel
  • Cooking classes, galleries, museums and more!

*Subject to change

Housing 

  • Shared student residences with shared living spaces and kitchens. Single acccommodations may be available on a limited basis for an additional fee.
  • Centrally located with a 30 minute walk to the AIFS Center 

Timeline 

  • Monday, November 18, 2024 -  Application opens (Get on the interest list to receive instructions and link)
    • First-come, first-serve basis
    • $450 deposit required to secure placement
  • March 11, 2025 - Deposit deadline  (program may fill up before this date)
  • April 17, 2025 - Final Payment Deadline (entire program fee is due)

Cost 

  • MiraCosta College tuition and fees for 6 units
  • Program fee: $4,195 - $4,475

* Final cost depends on the number of students enrolled 

What’s included?

  • Accommodations
  • Cultural activities
  • Transportation while in-country
  • Medical insurance

What’s not included?

  • Round-trip airfare (optional group flights with AIFS may be purchased for an additional fee)
  • Passports
  • Visas (if applicable)
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses

Withdrawal/Refund Policy 

  • March 18, 2025- on or before this date, $150 of the deposit is non-refundable 
  • March 19- April 17, 2025 - $450 deposit is non-refundable
  • April 18, 2025- After this date, no refund and the total program fee is still owed. 

Japan - Group Communications and Eastern Religions

This program is CLOSED and no longer accepting applications. 

35/30 Confirmed Participants (as of 11/18/2024 4:30 pm)
(30 participants and 5 waitlisted) 

Tokyo, Japan

Travel through Japan and dive deep into a culture where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern practices. As you explore vibrant cities and serene landscapes, you'll gain invaluable insights into both historical and contemporary perspectives. The program will start in Tokyo and head to Kyoto, Mt Koya and end in Osaka.

Info Session Japan
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Program Itinerary and Details

Program Dates

  • May 31 - June 25, 2025 Program dates in country
  • May 27 - July 4, 2025 - Course dates (on-line classes before and after time abroad)

Eligibility Requirement  

  • 18 years old by the program start date

Courses 

  • COMM 106 (3 units) Group Communication with Professor Ongyod 
  • RELG 105 (3 units) Eastern Religions with Professor Murico   

Excursions + Activities 

  • Historical and cultural walking tour of Tokyo
  • Tokyo Imperial Palace, Tsukiji Fish Market, Meiji Shrine
  • Activities including, Tea Ceremony and Kimono Experience
  • Kyoto University 
  • Hike the Fudouzaka Pilgrimage Route to Nyonin-do Hall
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

*Subject to change

Housing

  • Shared hotels
    *Additional fee for single accommodations (limited availability)

Timeline 

  • Monday, November 18, 2024 -  Application opens (Get on the interest list to receive instructions and link)
    • First-come, first-serve basis
      $500 deposit required to secure placement
  • January 31, 2025 - $500 Deposit Deadline (program may fill up before this date)
  • March 2, 2025 - Second Payment Deadline (50% of remaining balance due)
  • April 1, 2025 - Final Payment Deadline (remaining balance due)

Cost

  • MiraCosta College tuition and fees for 6 units
  • Program fee: $4,600 - $5,175
    * Final cost depends on the number of students enrolled 

What’s included?

  • Accommodations
  • Cultural activities
  • Transportation while in-country
  • Medical insurance

What’s not included?

  • Round-trip airfare 
  • Passports
  • Visas (if applicable) 
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses

Withdrawal/Refund Policy 

  • February 20, 2025 - Deposit refundable 
  • February 21 - March 12, 2025 - The deposit is non-refundable.
  • March 13, 2025- After this date, no refund and the total program fee is still owed.