Today, I would like to answer some questions we are asked frequently. Please take some time to read this post and especially to go through the information available on our website as well as in the Incoming Student Guidebook. They are precious sources of information that can help you answer most of your questions.
Q: I am having problems with my visa application, what should I do?
A: The first step is to check which documents you need on the website of the Italian embassy of your home country .
Q: I have checked the documents on the website of the Italian embassy of my home country and it seems that I am missing some documents. A: Contact us as soon as possible. We will be happy to help you.
Q: I have not started my visa application yet, should I worry?
A: Yes. By now, everyone should have at least been in contact with the Italian embassy in their home country. If you have not contacted them already, make sure you do so as soon as possible.
Q: I am not a citizen of the European Union. What should I do for medical insurance?
A: You need to arrive in Italy with a sound health plan that will cover you in case you need care. Remember that the Italian emergency insurance applies to emergency hospitalization only. For more information see this post published in May.
Q: When is the deadline to pay the first tuition instalment?
A: The deadline is on September, 30. See the Incoming Student Guidebook to learn how you can make the payment.
Q: I received financial aid from SAIS, how does paying tuition work for me?
A: Financial aid from SAIS goes towards tuition. If you received financial assistance from SAIS the award will be split in two. One half will be credited towards tuition in the first semester and the other half in the second semester. You will be asked to pay the outstanding balance at the beginning of each semester. You can read more on financial aid and tuition here.
Q: I have not registered for a principles of economics course yet, what should I do?
A: You should find a course now. Remember that when you arrive in Bologna, you will need to have successfully passed courses in principles of micro and macroeconomics or you won't be able to start your studies at SAIS.
If you feel there are questions that should be addressed, please comment on this post so that everyone can benefit from your queries. You know we welcome your input!
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- Q&A on concentrations, jobs and more.
