Study Abroad in Italy

Region:

Europe

Country:

Italy

What to Expect in Italy

Imagine studying abroad in Italy, where you experience the past mingling with the present. You may pass Roman ruins, a medieval cathedral, and a Renaissance fountain, all on your way to a modern art expo.

When you study abroad, Italy becomes your classroom. Our programs offer the opportunity to explore not only your host city, but also some of the best sites that the country has to offer through our immersive cultural excursions.

Explore historic and modern intricacies in business, culture, design, and more when you study abroad in Italy. With programs like modern fashion in Milan, archaeology in Rome, or even vinicultural business in Siena, IES Abroad is here to help you have the experience of a lifetime.

Languages Spoken:

Italian

Climate:

Mediterranean

Currency:

Euro (€)

Time Zone:

GMT+1

Milan

Rome

Siena

Featured Programs

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Study Abroad

a group of students on a tour in a Siena vineyard

Siena, Italy

Summer - Tradition & Cuisine in Tuscany

Length: Summer

Language Prerequisites: None

Estimated Cost:

8,193

Study Abroad

Siena, Italy

Summer - Tradition & Cuisine in Tuscany

Length: Summer

Language Prerequisites: None

Study Abroad

Rome, Italy

History & Classics

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Estimated Cost:

19,761

Study Abroad

Rome, Italy

History & Classics

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Study Abroad

dresses on mannequins at the school of fashion in Rome

Rome, Italy

Art History & Fashion

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Estimated Cost:

19,761

Study Abroad

Rome, Italy

Art History & Fashion

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Study Abroad

a fashion student arranging clothes in Milan

Milan, Italy

Fashion Design & Merchandising

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Estimated Cost:

21,275

Study Abroad

Milan, Italy

Fashion Design & Merchandising

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Study Abroad

Siena, Italy

Summer - Tradition & Cuisine in Tuscany

Length: Summer

Language Prerequisites: None

Estimated Cost:

8,193

Study Abroad

Siena, Italy

Summer - Tradition & Cuisine in Tuscany

Length: Summer

Language Prerequisites: None

Study Abroad

Rome, Italy

History & Classics

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Estimated Cost:

19,761

Study Abroad

Rome, Italy

History & Classics

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Study Abroad

Rome, Italy

Art History & Fashion

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Estimated Cost:

19,761

Study Abroad

Rome, Italy

Art History & Fashion

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Study Abroad

Milan, Italy

Fashion Design & Merchandising

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

Estimated Cost:

21,275

Study Abroad

Milan, Italy

Fashion Design & Merchandising

Length: Academic Year/ Fall/ Spring

Language Prerequisites: None

Program Options: Experiential Learning, Part-Time Internship

About the IES Abroad Centers

Milan
Rome
Siena

The Center is where our highly trained local staff provide on-the-ground support throughout your time abroad.

The IES Abroad Milan Center is located in the city’s bustling historic Center. Nearby, you’ll find famous landmarks like the intricately-decorated cathedral Duomo, and the Santa Maria delle Grazie where DaVinci's The Last Supper resides. Wherever you are, the Center is your study abroad hub.

The Center is where our highly trained local staff provide on-the-ground support throughout your time abroad.

The IES Abroad Rome Center is situated in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city. This renovated 1920s-era building sits along one of the longest rivers in Italy called the Tiber. Whether you’re visiting the Pantheon, or walking back from the Vatican, the Center is your study abroad hub.

The Center is where our highly trained local staff provide on-the-ground support throughout your time abroad.

The IES Abroad Siena Center is an actual palace located on the city’s most famous plaza called the Piazza del Campo. The palace, called Palazzo Chigi Zondadari, was built in the 18th century and served as a home to many notable people. Wherever you find yourself, the Center is your study abroad hub.

Roberto Andreoni

IES Abroad Milan Center Director

Gianni Ponti

IES Abroad Rome Center Director

Veronica Semeraro

IES Abroad Siena Center Director

Roberto Andreoni

IES Abroad Milan Center Director

Gianni Ponti

IES Abroad Rome Center Director

Veronica Semeraro

IES Abroad Siena Center Director

Health & Safety

With 70 years of experience, we are proud to set the standard for health and safety in study abroad. Our Chicago-based and on-site staff are all highly trained and experienced in the matters of health, safety, and crisis management. We are here for you from predeparture to your return, and are ready to support you—no matter which time zone you’re in. We plan for "what ifs" so that you don’t have to. From international health insurance included in the cost of your program to highly-trained local staff who can connect you to English-speaking healthcare providers, we are working around the clock to ensure your health and safety while abroad.

Support You Can Expect to Receive on Our Programs

CISI International Health Insurance

In the case you need to see a doctor or mental health professional.

24/7 Emergency Support

Whether you encounter an issue while traveling or in your host city.

Mandatory Cell Phone Policy

Receive any emergency updates from IES Abroad staff via call or text.

Location-Specific Information

Health and safety information presented at orientation by on-site staff.

TripTracker System

Allowing you to share independent travel plans.

Crisis Drills

So that you feel prepared to respond to an emergency should one arise.

Helpful Links

IES Abroad MAP for Student Health, Safety & Crisis Management

Blogs on Mental Health

Study Abroad Safety Tips for Traveling

Blogs on Safety

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Why Partner With Us

Customized & Faculty-Led Programs

Advisor & Faculty Resources

Committees

Stay Connected

Launching Your Career

Alumni Features

Giving

What to Expect in Italy

Cities

Featured Programs

Siena, Italy

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Rome, Italy

Fall 2023

Spring 2024

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Part-Time Internship (Optional):

Visa Required:

Rome, Italy

Fall 2023

Spring 2024

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Part-Time Internship (Optional):

Visa Required:

Milan, Italy

Fall 2023

Spring 2024

Housing:

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Language Prerequisites:

Part-Time Internship (Optional):

Visa Required:

Siena, Italy

Housing:

Credits:

Language of Instruction:

Language Prerequisites:

Visa Required:

Rome, Italy

Fall 2023

Spring 2024

Housing:

Credits:

Language of Instruction:

Language Prerequisites:

Part-Time Internship (Optional):

Visa Required:

Rome, Italy

Fall 2023

Spring 2024