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Gap Year Programs in Italy

“Parting is such sweet sorrow that I shall say goodnight till it be morrow.” Remember studying Shakespeare in high school lit class? Now imagine visiting Juliet’s home in real time. Do a gap year in Italy and you can actually make it happen! An Italian gap year means exploring cobblestone corridors and ancient ruins. You’ll be surrounded by centuries old architecture (Roman Colosseum anyone?) and acres of scenic vineyards. And, while you’re traversing this Mediterranean melting pot, stuff yourself with mouthwatering pastas and gelato too, of course. Go on, take a gap year in Italy!
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46 Gap Year Programs in Italy

Colorful houses in Italy - IGS
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Institute for Global Studies

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Arts and Culture Internship (Cultural Museum)

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Italian for a While
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Italian for a While

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IFA Gap Year in Italy: Italian Language & Cultural Immersion

Become Italian for a While—the IFA Gap Year is for students, youn...

CIEE Gap Year Italy
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CIEE Gap Year: Italian Language & Culture in Florence, Italy

Your gap year in Florence strikes the ideal balance of structure ...

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

Italy - Liveaboard Dolphin Research Expedition

Join this amazing project and work alongside top researchers and ...

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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea
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Seamester Study Abroad at Sea

Seamester Study Abroad and Gap Year Voyages

Seamester is the educational adventure of a lifetime! For more th...

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Gapforce
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Gapforce

Europe Tour with Gapforce

Experience the ultimate European adventure every summer, travelin...

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

Worlds #1 Volunteer Programs. 40+ Countries from $20/day!

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 9...

Carpe Diem Education
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Carpe Diem Education

Italy & Greece Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year

Spend a gap semester exploring rich traditions and modern cultura...

EF Gap Year
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EF Gap Year

EF Gap Semester: 10-Week Programs in Multiple Destinations

Embark on a unique global experience in 10 weeks. An EF Gap Semes...

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Intern Abroad HQ
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Intern Abroad HQ

Intern Abroad HQ - Affordable Internships From Just 2 weeks!

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your c...

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IES Abroad
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IES Abroad

IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Italy

Imagine studying abroad in Italy with IES Abroad, where you exper...

Greenheart Travel
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Greenheart Travel

Study Abroad in Italy with Greenheart Travel

Spend a trimester, semester, or year studying abroad in Italy as ...

Volunteer World
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Volunteer World

Volunteer World: Best Volunteer Abroad Programs Worldwide

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Soccer Camps International
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Soccer Camps International

Summer Soccer Camps in Italy with AC Milan, Juventus, Inter

Experience Italian soccer at its best with AC Milan Junior Camps,...

Academic Programs International
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Academic Programs International

API: Experience Rome, Italy (Scholarships Available)

Once the center of the Roman empire, Rome offers you the chance t...

Global Work & Travel
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Global Work & Travel

Au Pair Italy – Complete Italian Cultural Experience

Life in Italy has been romanticized for centuries, which means al...

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Linguistic Horizons
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Linguistic Horizons

Custom Internship Placements in Europe

Unlike other "cookie-cutter" internship programs, we secure custo...

Art History Abroad
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Art History Abroad

Summer Courses in Italy (2-4-7 weeks)

AHA’s summer courses are for keen travelers, curious students, an...

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21C Venetian Workshop
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21C Venetian Workshop

Venetian Workshop: A Creative Accelerator

The 21C Venetian Workshop celebrates the future—and your role in ...

Angloville
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Angloville

Travel to Beautiful Locations in Italy for Free This Summer

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can definitely take a gap year in Italy. However, if you want to stay longer than the typical 90-day tourist visa, you will need to apply for a permesso di soggiorno within 8 days of your arrival.

Yes! International students flock to Italy year-round for high quality education. It should be noted, however, that students of color and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ may experience heightened prejudice in some areas.

The benefits of a gap year in Italy include meeting new people from around the world, discovering new perspectives and broadened horizons, and exploring new passions. Additionally, you'll enjoy language learning opportunities!

The most popular types of gap year programs in Italy include au pair jobs, English teaching jobs, wilderness/outdoors, and programs with a cultural focus, such as art history, architecture, and cooking.

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The Key to a New Beginning

December 28, 2024by: Alyssa Galdamez - United StatesProgram: EF Gap Semester: 10-Week Programs in Multiple Destinations
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Being part of the first ever Voyager semester in Fall 2023 was an experience I was unprepared for, and the best decision I could’ve ever made. Little did I know that by embarking on this endeavor, I would unlock a part of myself that I didn’t know existed until then. My semester with EF Gap Year taught me self-love, self discovery, and the importance of being uniquely myself. Never did I think it was possible to be able to afford this trip of a lifetime, but I was left with so much satisfaction and so much pride that I had set this goal and I achieved it. This semester taught me that I can do anything I set my mind to and no goal is too big or too impossible. I flew to the other side of the world by myself and saw glowing blue oceans in Thailand that I never thought I’d be able to witness in my lifetime. I learn pieces of languages from each country I spent time in. I connected with people I would’ve never met without this experience and found with locals who had so much passion for their homeland and wanted to share it with me. Was I prepared for this transformation and self growth? No, and only because it was more than I could ever ask for. To anyone who is scared to take such a leap of faith, do it anyway. I haven’t met one person who regretted doing this for themselves, or thought it was a waste of time or money. Dream big, and you will reach the stars.

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