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Study Abroad | Milan

Italy | Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore | January Term 2025
Milan, Italy, skyline.

Overview

Spend January Term with AIFS in the global fashion and design capital of Milan, Italy, on the Business, Management and Sustainability Program. Study at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (UCSC) and experience its world-class education while living in an ancient city with a contemporary outlook. Known as “The Fashion Capital of the World,” and with a dynamic business culture, Milan has something for all students – from Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper, the Fondazione Prada and Opera at La Scala to Soccer at San Siro. And if you do want to travel further afield it is ideally located to see the rest of Italy and Europe by train.

What’s Included

The AIFS inclusive program fee includes all of the great features below in addition to many pre-departure, on-site and upon-return services to help students make the most of their time abroad.

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  • Tuition

    3 semester credits

  • Courses

    Courses in business, management and sustainability

  • Housing

    in a student residence

  • Cultural & Social Activities

    Welcome orientation and aperitivo, guided tours, museum visit, coffee tastings, farewell dinner and more

  • Excursions & Day Trips

    Day trip to Bergamo

  • Program Director

    to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program

  • Health & Safety

    24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
  • Green Initiative

Additional Options & Opportunities

  • AIFS Flight Package

    Round trip flights U.S.-Milan-U.S.

    Round trip transfers between the airport and campus overseas

Program Details: Study Abroad | Milan Business, Management and Sustainability

Dates

January 5, 2025January 18, 2025

Term

January Term

Institution

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Application Deadline

October 15, 2024

Inclusive Fees

$4,990

Eligibility

Open to Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Minimum of 2.75 GPA

Additional requirements may vary by course selection. See Academic section below.

Visa Requirements

A visa may be required for this program. Please contact your advisor or log into your portal for more information.

Areas of Interest

  • Business
  • Sustainability

Global Themes

  • Arts, Culture and Creative Industries
  • Business, Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship
  • Global Sustainability
  • Language, History and Culture
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Academics

AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students on this program, with the following academic options available:

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, also known as UCSC or UNICATT was founded in 1921, with an ethos of service to the community, and promoting the personal development of its students. It is the most important Catholic University in Europe, and with five campus locations it is the largest European private university.  The main campus is located in central Milan, near the Cathedral (known as the Duomo) and is set in a 16th Century monastery designed by Bramane.

It has a large international student population of over 3000 and strong ties to the global business community. In the span of 100 years it has educated politicians, journalists, business people, cardinals and fashion models and in the QS World University Rankings 2024 is ranked in the top 30 best universities in Europe.

As well as an excellent academic reputation its large student body leads to campus diversity and the opportunity for all students to find their own space where they can excel.

  • Business
  • Sustainability

Earn 3 credits taking one course taught in English on the Business, Management and Sustainability Program  at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Choose between Entrepreneurship and Innovation or Green Management and Sustainability. Each course is approximately 45 contact hours.

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An AIFS Student in Milan, Italy.

Living Abroad

STUDENT RESIDENCE

Situated in residential areas of Milan the program uses a range of student residences. Travel to the campus is by public transport using the tram and metro networks:

  • Ensuite double room in a student residence
  • Study desk
  • Kitchen access
  • Shared communal areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 secure reception

Internet access is included in all AIFS housing in Milan

Sports 

Two of the world’s major soccer teams, A.C. Milan and F.C. Internazionale Milano, call Milan home. 

Architecture 

Milan is widely regarded as a global capital for industrial design, fashion and architecture. Modern skyscrapers such as the Pirelli Tower and the Torre Velasca are iconic landmarks and the city has attracted avant-garde artists such as Bruno Munari and Piero Manzoni.

AIFS in Milan Director, January Term Program

Amanda Vojvodin

Amanda is a Canadian who first moved to Europe in 2012 to study in Grenoble, France. There she was selected to be an ambassador to Canada as part of the Rhone-Alpes Jeunes Ambassadeurs program. She continued her studies in Milan at Cattolica University before deciding to move there permanently following the completion of her master’s thesis at SDA Bocconi University in 2015.

Amanda loves sharing her firsthand experiences as an expat living in Italy through her Instagram and YouTube Channels, La Vita è Style. She recently became a Mom to Leonardo and loves spending time with him and her husband Michelangelo, exploring Milan and discovering new things in Italy. They split their time between Milan and Canada and spend their summers in Puglia – a part of Italy that’s close to their heart. Amanda has been keen on sharing her love for all things arts, culture and history with new people since having the privilege to be one of the 40 Canadians selected to work as a tour guide at the Parliament of Canada from 2010 to 2014. She currently works as a marketing and events manager in the fashion industry in Milan and joined the AIFS team in 2022. She is excited to share her love for Milan with future students and to ensure they live an authentic Milanese experience!

The Program Director provides academic advice, introduces you to the community and handles communication with the University.

Excursions

The AIFS staff arrange a program of events for students in Milan during January. Those offered in the past include:

Bergamo, Lombardy, Italy | 5 Italian Cities to Visit When You Study Abroad in Italy | AIFS Study Abroad

Bergamo

Located in the alpine region of Lombardy this historic town comprises elegant Venetian facades, Renaissance piazzas and medieval walls. Uncover Bergamo’s heritage by exploring its distinct districts and stop to enjoy the local food and incredible views. Includes round trip transportation.
  • Italy
  • Day trip
  • Included in program fee
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Social identity & access

One of the best things you can do before departure is enter into the journey knowing that your time abroad will be unique to this experience. The resources, community, and support available to you when abroad will likely be different as well. In order to help you prepare for your experience, we have compiled many resources about social identity and access in specific locations abroad. Your program staff will also provide you with more details pre-departure and during orientation.

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Important Dates & Deadlines

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Dates & Deadlines

Details

  • Early Application Deadline*
  • Application Deadline
    October 15, 2024
  • Deposit Deadline
    November 5, 2024
  • Scholarship Deadline
    October 7, 2024
  • Visa Deadline****
  • Optional Departure Flight from US***
    January 4, 2025
  • Program Begins
    January 5, 2025
  • Program Ends
    January 18, 2025
  • Optional Return Flight to US***
    January 18, 2025
  • *** Included for students on AIFS flight package.
  • **** AIFS Abroad offers visa processing services to applicants who enroll into the program by this date. All other applicants who enroll after this date will be responsible for securing their own visa with guidance from AIFS Abroad.

Optional Flight Package

Participants can select an optional transportation package for all AIFS Abroad programs that includes a round-trip flight from 25 U.S gateways and airport transfers to and from campus. Participants who choose to book their own flights will be responsible for connecting with the group at the program location and will need to make their own ground transportation arrangements from the airport.

Below are fees by departure city based on average historical costs and subject to change. If you select this option on your application, the total flight package price will be confirmed approximately one month prior to departure. Your program fee is guaranteed, and the optional flight package is an additional fee. Please note that once we have finalized the pricing for your flights the cost may change, and you will be responsible for making the additional payment if you want to participate in the flight package. Your program advisor will be in touch should there be any changes in the price of your flights.

Depature City

Fee

  • Atlanta
    $1,560
  • Boston
    $1,520
  • Buffalo
    $1,520
  • Charlotte
    $1,640
  • Chicago
    $1,540
  • Cincinnati
    $1,540
  • Columbus
    $1,520
  • Dallas
    $1,540
  • Denver
    $1,620
  • Des Moines
    $1,540
  • Detroit
    $1,580
  • Houston
    $1,540
  • Los Angeles
    $1,620
  • Miami
    $1,540
  • Minneapolis
    $1,640
  • New York
    $1,440
  • Newark
    $1,400
  • Orlando
    $1,540
  • Philadelphia
    $1,480
  • Phoenix
    $1,620
  • Pittsburgh
    $1,520
  • Raleigh/Durham
    $1,540
  • San Francisco
    $1,620
  • Seattle
    $1,620
  • St. Louis
    $1,540
  • Washington/Dulles
    $1,480
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Ready to Study Abroad in Milan?

For more dates or questions, contact your program consultant:
(203) 399-5163 or email: aifsabroad@aifs.com