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CIEE Semester in Milan, Italy (Outgoing Program) Print  Save 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Minimum GPA: 2.5 Language of Instruction: English, Italian
Housing Options: Apartment, Dormitory, Homestay
Program Description:

Semester in Milan

MILAN, ITALY

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Program Overview

Spend your semester living and learning in the fashion capital of the world, Milan! Designed for students from all academic backgrounds, the Semester in Milan program is the perfect chance to earn credits toward your degree while immersing yourself in Italian culture.?? 

When class is in session, you'll choose from a unique mix of flexible and diverse courses (in English or Italian) at CIEE Milan and CIEE's renowned partner institutions, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and Milano Fashion Institute (MFI). You may also enroll in courses with a local flavor, like language, cinema, music, or fashion and design. 

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

GO TO A CALCIO GAME

Milan’s professional football (soccer) team

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Activities

  • Visit important cultural and historical landmarks in Tuscany, including Florence, Siena or Pisa 
  • Explore Lake Como, the most beautiful of the northern Italian lakes 
  • Take excursions to emblematic Italian towns like Bologna or Verona 
  • Hang out with local students to have an aperitif or to watch a calcio game 
  • Give back to the community and volunteer with a local organization 
  • Participate in a cooking and/or wine tasting session to complement gastronomy-based courses 
  • Go on guided visits to Milan’s iconic monuments, like the Duomo or Santa Maria delle Grazie 

Projects

A for-credit internship (in English or in Italian) allows students the opportunity to gain practical work experience in a local company within a variety of industry sectors. In addition to the on-site business experience, students participating in an internship program have a weekly classroom component, which provides academic support to their practical experience.  

Directed Independent Research is for qualified students who have demonstrated academic rigor and curiosity toward a particular research topic. Independent research is for credit, and topics will be approved by the CIEE Milan Director and home institution and must reflect a topic that is relevant to Italy.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • One-week orientation – an introduction to Italian culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

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

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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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 insurance included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 09/15/2026 ** Varies TBA TBA
Fall 2027 03/01/2027 ** Varies TBA TBA

** Indicates the Office of Education Abroad pre-approval deadline. Students will also need to meet the actual program application deadlines, which may be earlier. See the Getting Started page for more details.