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  • Locations: Milan, Italy
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Restrictions: UNT applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 09/15/2026 ** Rolling Admission 02/12/2027 05/31/2027

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete Pre-Departure / Post-Decision Phase materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Academic Level: Undergraduate Program Type: Affiliated
Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: Apartment, Homestay w/Family, On-campus residence hall Click here for a definition of this term Classification: Undergraduates Sophomore and Above
Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age by the time of departure Click here for a definition of this term Fields of Study: Accounting, Agriculture, Anthropology, Archaeology, Art History, Communication Studies, Economics, English, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Studies, Fashion Design, Finance, History, Hospitality Management, International Business, International Studies, Journalism, Management, Marketing, Mathematics, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Radio, Televison, and Film, Sociology, Theatre Arts
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Italian Program Contact in SAO: Mr. Dave Kilough (David.Kilough@unt.edu)
Program Description:

CIEE College Study Abroad

Semester in Milan

Milan, Italy

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Program Overview

Your Semester in Milan program lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Italian culture. Live and learn in Milan!

Unique Experiences

Visit the Last Supper painting

created by Leonardo da Vinci in the late 15th century

Shop the designer boutiques

that encompass Milan’s high-end fashion reputation

Catch a calcio match

Milan’s professional football (soccer) team

Learn More About MILAN

Your Destination

Milan is Italy’s cosmopolitan city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. The city’s unique blend of Italian culture, iconic landmarks like the Duomo and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, world-class shopping districts, and lively arts scene create an enriching backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Milan is the perfect place to study abroad.

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Housing

CIEE Milan offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. From homestays to shared apartments to residence halls, we will strive for your accommodation preferences to be met. All housing has direct access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activites, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Milan will open doors for you to explore Italy's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.   

Samples of excursions and activities: 

  • Take a trip to the nearby Cinque Terre coastal area to hike
  • Participate in a cooking and/or wine-tasting session to complement gastronomy-based courses 
  • Socialize with local students to have an aperitivo or watch a calcio game

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

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Academics

CIEE Milan: Study at the CIEE Milan center in the heart of the hip Isola district, in close proximity to plenty of restaurants, cafés, and a local market. Just around the corner from the iconic Vertical Forest buildings, CIEE Milan features modern classrooms, welcoming lounge areas, and a serene atmosphere.

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore: Affectionately known as Cattolica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore is an Italian?private research university that was founded in 1921. Its main campus is located in Milan, with satellite campuses in Brescia, Piacenza, Cremona, and Rome. The university is organized into 12 faculties and seven postgraduate schools. In the renowned QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022, Cattolica’s ascendency placed the University in formidable company, with 16 disciplines ranked in the top 300 in the world, or higher. This program offers a range of courses in English at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore - International Curriculum Department, where students will learn alongside local and other international students.  

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar. 

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Milan boasts a work scene centered around fashion, design, finance, and technology. Internships for students abound, particularly in renowned fashion houses, innovative design firms, and leading financial institutions. A thriving startup ecosystem further cements Milan's reputation as a hub for creativity and innovation.

Industry options include:

  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
  • Business Management and Administration
  • Consumer Goods and Retail

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext Travel Protection included

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