APSU in Italy: Culture and Psychology

Summer • Psychology • 1.5 Weeks
May 16 - 25, 2024
Graduate

Program Overview

Psychology is the study of mental processes and human behavior in a variety of contexts. Culture from a historical, societal, and interpersonal perspective is heavily influenced by psychology. This course will provide a comparative study of the beliefs, ideas, and applications of psychology in the United States and Italy as it pertains to groups, social interactions, and the workplace. During this course, students will explore human behavior and mental processes through the study and application of psychological theories and principles across cultural immersion and lived experiences. Specifically, this course will highlight differences and similarities that exist between cultures! Students will visit places of business, historical sites and cultural center while interacting with Italian citizens and cultural experts.

Credit Hours and Courses

PSYC 6040: Seminar Selected Topics - 3 Credits

Lodging and Meals

All students will be housed in hotel accommodations near public transportation, markets, and class meeting spaces. Two dinners and all breakfasts will be provided. Students will be responsible for all other meals.

Contact

Dr. David Earnest - 931-221-7239 - earnestd@apsu.edu

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Program Costs

Financial Aid 

Your current scholarships and financial aid may apply toward the cost of the program. If you plan on using financial aid you need to call the Office of Student Financial Aid at (931) 221-7907 to schedule an appointment with a study abroad counselor. 

 

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Application Fee

$280

This nonrefundable application fee will be charged to the student's account once the student authorizes the Office of Study Abroad and International Exchange during the application process.

Payments

 

Payment	Amount	Due Dates
1st Payment	$1615	Feb 15
2nd Payment	$1615	March 1
All payments will be billed to your student account

Tuition

$1410 (graduate)
This tuition is based on 3 credit hours. Tuition is due prior to departure and will be billed to the student's account after registration.

Total Application, Program, and Tuition Costs

Graduate:$4920

Included in the Program Cost

• lodging
• excursions
• transfers
• breakfasts and 2 dinners
• health insurance 

Additional Expenses

• Airfare: $1600
• passport: $165 
• Meals: $420
• spending Misc: $250