U.S.-Based Customized Program Manager (CPM) and Coordinator (CPC):

• Will assist your students in planning and preparing for your program.

Chicago-Based Dean of Students Office and Crisis Management Team:

• Available 24/7 in case of serious student emergencies.

Center-Based Staff (Program Manager/Coordinators):

• Available 24/7 in case of emergencies. Will be your Center contact for the program and work closely with you to prepare and implement the program. Will accompany students on all IES Abroad-sponsored events.

Enhanced Health & Safety:

• Additional predeparture orientations for the cohort prior to arrival on-site. Additional reflection time built into coursework and pre-/post-excursions.

Targeted Academic Student Support:

• In addition to an assigned staff member who can address student issues, academic staff at the Milan Center will develop opportunities for specialized tutoring and student success skills building, similar to those that exist on U.S. university campuses.

CISI Insurance (Required): 

• This insurance covers IES Abroad students, faculty, and guests anywhere in the world during the specified program dates. Coverage includes doctor’s appointments, hospital stays, mental health treatment, and prescription drugs.

Orientation (Required): 

• Includes overview of the Centers and the city, academics, and comprehensive health and safety.

City Tour:

• Walking tour in the Milan Historic, Fashion, and Financial Districts.

Meals:

• Enjoy two delicious meals (Welcome and Farewell Events).

Transportation Passes:

• Transportation passes in Milan provided for the duration of the program.

Student Housing:

• Single rooms in a residence hall in Milan with access to kitchen facilities, Wi-Fi, laundry and gym facilities, study rooms, 24-hour reception, and weekly cleaning service. 

Site Visits Within City:

• Program includes three integrated site visits that bring together academic focus with tourist interests. Examples include: Politecnico di Milano including a wind tunnel visit, an Urban Life Sustainability and Innovation guided tour, and a visit to the Milan Canals including a guided tour on the improved urban infrastructre and/or the Leonardo Da Vinci walking tour or tour of the Leonardo Da Vinci Musuem.

Day Trips Outside of City:

• Program includes one day trip out of the city that highlights the context of the immediate region. Examples include: Bologna or Modena with visits to car companies like Ferrari, Lamborghini or Ducati, or Lake Como with visits to hydroelectric plants. 

Field Trips Outside of City:

• Program includes a two-night field trip to the Alps. This trip may include transportation, hotel accommodations, hiking, the Skyway Monte Bianco cable car, a visit to Forte di Bard, and two group meals.

Cultural Events:

• The IES Abroad Center will arrange two cultural events for the School's students during the program. Events include: wine tasting, pasta making cooking class, athletic events, and film screenings.

Available upon request. Includes cost of all program components listed above. Does not include international airfare to/from the host country. Ten student minimum required to run the program.