Academics You will enroll in at least 15 credits (5 courses). You may choose courses from the Urban Studies and Social Sciences (USS) and from the SSIA program (3 credits each). We recommend that you also take a German language course (4 credits). All USS and SSIA courses are taught in English, except for language courses, which are taught in German. If you test into GR351 or higher, you will also have the option to take a German-taught course offered in our Language, Culture & Politics Program as part of your course load. For a full list of courses and syllabi that may be offered, please...

Sports & Fitness Gyms You will receive more information about gym locations and memberships during orientation. Gyms are generally more expensive compared to the ones in the US and they might require you to pass an on-site physical to gain access to the facilities. IES Abroad Milan and Community Assistants will help you in finding the best solution for your needs. Winter Sports Milan is less than two hours away from excellent skiing centers which are accessible by bus. Ski equipment can be easily rented after arriving at your destination. Sporting Events Milan has a large number of...

Milan is the capital of Lombardy, which is the most productive region in Europe in terms of the agriculture and food industry. However, Milan is more than just a production hub! It is considered the fashion capital of Italy as well as an important center for design, culture, education, business, sports, and music. What do IES Abroad students in Milan say about the city? See what Milan bloggers have learned and seen in their new home city: Virtual Tour of Milano! - a photo post that walks you through the highlights of the city Center The New with the Old: The City of Milan A Chronicle of an...

Please note that internship placement options are subject to availability and placements in part-time internships are not guaranteed. If you require an internship as part of your semester abroad, please reach out to your IES Abroad Program Advisor as soon as possible. Internships offer a unique, real-world experience combined with professional skill building and cultural immersion. Our Internship Coordinators arrange internships for credit that provide students with both practical work experience and an academic seminar. Past internship placements have included positions in business, marketing...

To complement your IES Abroad courses, you will have the option of enrolling in courses at our partner universities. We strongly encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity - it will not only be a unique educational experience, but it will also provide you the opportunity to add another perspective of student life in Milan (and you can also meet local students!) The classroom atmosphere might be entirely different from what you experience on your home campus. Please keep in mind that you will have to be able to adapt to different classroom structures and expectations. Teaching styles...

The IES Abroad Milan Music: Voice, Composition, and Instrumental program provides students with a variety of tailored academic opportunities to suit your needs as a musician. You will find a program with a full range of opportunities for instrumentalists, vocalists, composers, and performance majors. Students will also have the option to take courses available through other IES Abroad Milan programs. You will enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. Hear a little bit about what it's like to be a student in the Milan Music program in blogger Claire Iverson's post " Living in Milan as a Musician."...

The IES Abroad Milan Fashion Design & Merchandising program allows students to enroll in a range of courses in fashion design, management, marketing, history and trends both at the IES Abroad Milan Center and at local universities. Students in the IES Abroad Milan Fashion Design & Merchandising program are also able to enroll in courses offered through other IES Abroad Milan programs. You will enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. To hear a bit about academics from our student bloggers, check out these posts for more details! A Typical Day in Milan - follow Max on a typical day in Milan...

The IES Abroad Milan Business Studies program offers courses in Business, Communications, Marketing, Management, and Finance as well as Italian language and culture. Students in the IES Abroad Milan Business Studies program are also able to enroll in courses offered through other IES Abroad Milan programs in addition to courses at local universities. You will enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. To hear a bit about academics from our student bloggers, check out these posts for more details! A Typical Day in Milan - follow Max on a typical day in Milan! Realities of Learning Italian A Day in...

The IES Abroad Milan Italy Today program offers students the ability to combine IES Abroad language and area studies courses with those available at our partner institutions or within other IES Abroad Milan programs. You will enroll in 15-19 credits per semester. To hear a bit about academics from our student bloggers, check out these posts for more details! A Typical Day in Milan - follow Max on a typical day in Milan! Realities of Learning Italian A Day in My Life in Milano IES Abroad Courses IES Abroad courses are scheduled Monday through Thursday. No classes are held on Fridays; however...