Open Campus Block
Unique Experiences
Experience Lake Como
surrounded by picturesque villages and breathtaking alpine scenery
Tour Milan’s Iconic Landmarks
like the majestic Duomo and Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to da Vinci’s “The Last Supper”
Uncover Milan’s Design and Fashion Heritage
in the Triennale Museum and the Quadrilatero della Moda
Your Destination
Milan is Italy’s innovative, stylish city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. Spend 6-, 12-, or 18-weeks exploring Milan’s cutting-edge fashion, thriving startup scene, and historic landmarks like the Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Whether you’re studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Milan is the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights
- Diversity Your Experience: Spend 1, 2, or 3 consecutive 6-week blocks in the same host city or travel to different cities per block for increased mobility and cultural immersion.
- Academic Courses: Choose from ý courses and online courses delivered by ý’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Immersive Experiences: Participate in activites, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
- Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.
Excursions & Activities
ý’s excursions and cultural activities in Milan will open doors for you to explore Italy's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Take excursions to emblematic Italian towns like Bologna, Bergamo, or Verona
- Participate in a cooking and/or wine-tasting session to complement gastronomy-based courses
- Socialize with local students to have an aperitivo or watch a calcio game
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at ý's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
Program Blogs
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Housing & Meals
Housing
ý Milan offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. From homestays to shared apartments to residence halls, we will strive for your accommodation preferences to be met. All housing has direct access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room at a homestay or a double room in a shared apartment or residence hall.
- Shared Apartments/Residence Halls: Shared Apartments and residence halls feature furnished double rooms, with shared kitchen, bathrooms and common spaces, and are located under 45 minutes from the ý Center.
- Homestays: Homestays offer students the opportunity to immerse themselves in the Milan culture. Students have the freedom to come and go as they please whilst spending time with their host family and learning more about what life is like living in Milan.
Select Housing: Includes a single room in a shared apartment or residence hall. Both apartments and residence halls feature furnished single rooms with shared kitchen, bathrooms and common spaces, and are under 45 minutes from the ý Center. Select housing requires an additional fee.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
- Apartments & Residence Halls: Meals not included
- Homestays: Host families provide two meals per day.
Academics
ý Milan: Study at the ý Milan center in the heart of the hip Isola district, in close proximity to plenty of restaurants, cafés, and a local market. Just around the corner from the iconic Vertical Forest buildings, ý Milan features modern classrooms, welcoming lounge areas, and a serene atmosphere.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by ý in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the ý academic calendar.
Course Information
Course Notes
- Courses are listed below by block and track; course list subject to change. Courses are in English unless otherwise noted. “GI” denotes courses that are offered at multiple ý locations.
- Use the Course Comparison Tools to compare classes offered across all Open Campus Block programs for each block:
- Mobile students studying for three blocks who wish to complete a lab course will be required to opt out of one course to remain within the program credit range.
- Many ý courses are available in multiple ý locations. To help ensure you are able to enroll in the courses you need, some courses may be facilitated as a Hybrid course by an instructor from a location that is separate from your own. In a Hybrid course, you will learn either face-to-face or online, depending on your location. However, regardless of your location, you will apply what you learn from the instructor and course materials in your location. Hybrid courses can be identified in the course list as those whose course codes end in “ý” – open the syllabus to see the instruction location, if known.
Language Classes
- During course selection, students interested in a non-introductory Italian language course will be instructed to take an online Spanish language assessment to determine their proficiency level. Enrollment will be finalized on-site and is based on assessment outcomes.
- Students may add the non-credit “Survival Italian” course to their course load during the on-site orientation.
Academic Projects
- Academic Projects will be offered onsite ) or remotely, dependent on availability and in compliance with local health and safety regulations.
- Academic Project placement will be designed based on the student’s project learning goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements in location or within the Open Campus Block network either in-person or remotely. The process is highly individualized and goal-oriented. Students enrolled in an Academic Project will receive additional academic support that informs and enhances the placement experience.
- Students applying for an Academic Project must submit additional materials during the course selection process.
Fall Block I 2025
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Fall Block II 2025
Business Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Fall Block III 2025
Business Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
Spring Block I 2026
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring Block II 2026
Business Track
Communications, Journalism, and New Media Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
Spring Block III 2026
Business Track
International Relations and Political Science Track
Language, Literature, and Culture Track
STEM and Society Track
ý proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
ý and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the ý Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between ý and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at ý's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple ý sites.
Scholarships & Grants
ý offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- McDermott Health Sciences, Nursing, and Public Health Merit Scholarships
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- ý Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
To be considered, submit the ý Scholarships & Grants application within your ý program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with ý, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Fall Block I 2025 6 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $6,950 |
| Program Fall Blocks I, II 2025 12 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $13,900 |
| Program Fall Blocks I, II, III 2025 18 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $20,850 |
| Program Fall Block II 2025 6 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $6,950 |
| Program Fall Blocks II, III 2025 12 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $13,900 |
| Program Fall Block III 2025 6 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $6,950 |
| Program OC Academic Year 2025-2026 | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date * | End Date TBD* | |
| Program Spring Block I 2026 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $7,150 | |
| Program Spring Block II 2026 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $7,150 | |
| Program Spring Block III 2026 6 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $7,150 | |
| Program Spring Blocks I, II 2026 12 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $14,300 | |
| Program Spring Blocks II, III 2026 12 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $14,300 | |
| Program Spring Blocks I, II, III 2026 18 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $21,450 |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via ý's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,456 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $6,950 |
Optional Housing
ý accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $600 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $147 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $80 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $175 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $1,702 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $290 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,406 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $13,900 |
Optional Housing
ý accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $1,200 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $294 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $160 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Personal expenses | $350 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $2,154 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $290 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $14,356 ** |
| Housing | $6,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $20,850 |
Optional Housing
ý accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $1,800 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $441 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $240 |
| Books & Supplies | $150 |
| Visa Fees | $60 †Ġ† |
| Potential travel to consulate for visa | $500 †Ġ†Ġ |
| Personal expenses | $525 †Ġ†Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $3,166 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $290 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†Full-semester students only. To be paid at Italian consulate in US
†Ġ†ĠIf no consulate in your home area
†Ġ†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,456 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $6,950 |
Optional Housing
ý accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $600 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $147 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $80 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $175 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $1,702 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $290 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,406 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $13,900 |
Optional Housing
ý accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $1,200 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $294 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $160 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Personal expenses | $350 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $2,154 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $290 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,456 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $6,950 |
Optional Housing
ý accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $600 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $147 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $80 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $175 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $1,702 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $290 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,656 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,150 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $168 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $80 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $178 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $1,726 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $320 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,656 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,150 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $168 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $80 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $178 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $1,726 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $320 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,656 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $7,150 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $168 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $80 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $178 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $1,726 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $320 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,806 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $14,300 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $336 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $160 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Personal expenses | $356 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $2,202 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $320 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,806 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $14,300 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $336 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $160 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Personal expenses | $356 †Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $2,202 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $320 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
ý offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and ý iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $14,956 ** |
| Housing | $6,000 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $21,450 |
Financial Aid
ý offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $504 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †Ġ |
| Local Transportation | $240 |
| Books & Supplies | $150 |
| Visa Fees | $60 †Ġ† |
| Potential travel to consulate for visa | $500 †Ġ†Ġ |
| Personal expenses | $534 †Ġ†Ġ† |
| Total Costs | $3,238 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $320 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
†Ġround-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
†Ġ†Full-semester students only. To be paid at Italian consulate in US
†Ġ†ĠIf no consulate in your home area
†Ġ†Ġ†$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
ý iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Stephen Marth
Center Director
Stephen joins ý with over a decade of experience in the study abroad field in Italy. He has lived and worked in Bologna and Rome, where he served first as...
Angela Lavecchia
Academic Director
Angela holds a BA in Foreign Languages and a MA in Comparative Literature from Università degli Studi di Napoli “L’Orientale”. She has completed a Master’s Degree in Teaching and Promotion...
Beatrice D’Alimonte
Student Life Manager
Beatrice holds an MA in International Education from the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. She is passionate about creating inclusive programming and empowering learning environments for students from diverse backgrounds and identities.
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