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IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Italy

by: IES Abroad

9.45 (11)Verified

Imagine studying abroad in Italy with IES Abroad, 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 class, shopping, or 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 ...

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Program Highlights

To help you feel at home and safe in Italy, we offer well-located, comfortable housing for all students because we know securing housing independently can be challenging.

Customize your schedule with courses options taught by world-class professors at our IES Abroad Centers and at prestigious local universities.

You have an individual IES Abroad Program Advisor to guide you before your study abroad adventure. From visa requirements to travel details, they are your #1 resource for preparing to study abroad.

Some programs have the option to add a no-cost, part-time internship or service-learning placement for academic credit. Multiple placement types are available!

Field trip options to incredible destinations like the Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Tuscany, and more will round out and contextualize your study abroad experience.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Siena, Italy
  • Rome, Italy
  • Milan, Italy
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundTerms Available:
  • Academic Year
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Accounting
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History
  • Classical Studies
  • Communications
  • See more
Guidelines:
  • American
  • All Nationalities
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Awards

GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Winner - Student VideoPeople’s Choice Award 2023 FinalistInnovative Student Video 2023 WinnerInnovative Student Video Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.45

Total Reviews

11

Absolutely amazing experience!!!

by: Lily BowmanProgram: IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Italy
10

I greatly enjoyed my experience abroad with the Umbra Institute. The institution was super helpful in preparing to leave the United States and provided lots of information as well as a pre-departure module that gave us important information and a “what to expect” page. Umbra also has a super up to date webpage with blurbs from past student’s which was helpful for me to see others’ experiences. Upon arrival and throughout the semester, the staff made themselves readily available to help during the adjustment period and beyond. They encouraged us to travel and experience our semester to the fullest. The staff gave us recommendations and were hands on throughout the semester. Our professors are simply the best of the best and are super knowledgeable about their fields. The school environment is welcoming and comfortable for all students which allowed me to feel equipped for learning and experimentation. There were endless ways to get involved throughout the semester through community engagement classes, volunteer opportunities, and small group involvement. I was apart of the Umbra Reps program which was a small group of six students who helped with student activities and involvement throughout the semester. I felt like I have been able to really immerse in the culture of Perugia and experience many places this semester. I will truly miss this place and this staff so much!!

The best four months of my life

by: Alex Venuti - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Italy
9

Studying abroad through IES this past fall in Milan, Italy was one of the best experiences of my life. Although it sounds cliche, studying abroad really does change you for the better. Going to Italy on a plane alone leaving my family and friends behind seemed nerve racking but as soon as I stepped out of the airport into my taxi, I knew I was going to love it there. Milan was such an amazing city to study in; the food was delicious, the people were friendly and the duomo got even more beautiful every time I went to see it. Studying abroad through IES added to my experience even more. I was placed in a traditional Italian apartment in a perfect location in the city with the greatest roommates who I grew so close to over the course of the semester. I was also able to bond with my community assistant who acted as a mentor and friend throughout my time in Milan. She was from Italy herself and was able to help my roommates and I adjust to life in a foreign country. The transition from life in the US to life in Italy went very smoothly thanks to all of the resources IES provided us. Throughout my time in Milan I was able to study Italian, History of the Mafia and Fashion and Brand Management as well intern twice a week at a tech startup. Not only was I able to take classes so relevant to my host city, I had the opportunity to work there as well. Overall this experience taught me so much about myself. I have become much more independent, spontaneous and open as a result of this journey. I am so grateful I had such an amazing opportunity to study abroad and I hope to see you soon, Milano!

Very positive time in Rome!

by: Alexander Klas - United StatesProgram: IES Abroad - Study Abroad in Italy
9

I attended IES Rome’s Fall program and it was a life changing experience. I had the opportunity to both enrich myself with an engaging and relevant academic curriculum and participate in numerous cultural experiences. These experiences include those orchestrated by the IES program as well as things I did independently with both the American and Italian friends I met through the program. Housing was provided in the cost, as well as spacious, regularly cleaned, and well located. The classes were admittedly less rigorous than those I was accustomed to at my US university, but were nevertheless enjoyable, interesting, and took advantage of the program’s location to incorporate excursions to relevant sites around Rome and Italy. For example, I studied Classical Roman architecture in the ruins of the Roman Forum and Renaissance art at Florence’s Uffizi, both with program classes. The Florence trip was a daytrip organized by the program for the class, and such trips are fairly common in IES Rome classes. They were certainly a highlight of the academics. The professors and other staff were almost entirely Italians with very good English skills. Language was never a problem in class. Furthermore, they were universally approachable and friendly. The program director would invite me into his office and recommend sites of historical or artistic interest to visit over the weekends. The language instruction was also of high quality. I went in knowing next to no Italian, but I left with a decent level of proficiency, enough to join Italian friends for Italophone dinners. The program housed many of its students, including those of us in my apartment, with local Italian students. This was probably the best part of the program. In making friends with my Italian roommate, I was exposed to a host of cultural events, attitudes, and quirks that would be otherwise inaccessible. This was radically different than being a tourist or a simple visitor. With this program, I was able to live in Italy like a true Italian!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Siena, Italy

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • Accounting
  • Art & Fine Arts
  • Art History

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Gap Year Timing:

    Age Requirement

    Age Requirement Varies

    Guidelines

    • American
    • All Nationalities

    Accommodation Options

    • Apartment/Flat
    • Dormitory
    • Home-stays

    Qualifications & Experience

    Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Transcript
    • Other
    • Online Application

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