Italian Abroad

Studying Italian is the best way to open yourself up to the vibrant and cultural tradition of Italy. Studying abroad offers the unique opportunity to discover that tradition first-hand and to enrich your knowledge process. Employers are gravitated to candidates with cross-cultural communication skills because of their massive adaptability to changing environments. Choosing Italian secures that level of uniqueness for your future. The antique architecture and the warmth that comes with the colorful streets is more than enough to enable you to savor the elation of studying abroad. 

Italian Programs

Academic Advice

Internships

Scholarships

Department Contact

Resources for Advisors

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Program Suggestions

The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students studying Italian.

Semester and Academic Year Programs

Destination

Program, Host Institution, or University Name

Program Type

Courses

Rome, Italy

John Cabot University

Exchange

Available Courses

Milan, Italy

IES Abroad: Italy Today

Provider

Available Courses

Reggio Emilia, Italy

USAC: University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

Provider

Available Courses

Taormina, Italy

Babilonia University

Provider

Available Courses

Perugia, Italy

Umbra Insititute

Provider

Available Courses

Florence, Italy

ASA: Florence

Provider

Available Courses

Florence, Italy

Florence University of the Arts

Provider

Available Courses

Summer Programs

Location

Program

Program Type

Courses

Florence, Italy

CIS: Summer in Florence

Provider

Available Courses

Padua, Italy

Boston University: Padua Italian Studies Program

Provider

Available Courses

Rome, Italy

John Cabot University

Exchange

Available Courses

Reggio Emilia, Italy

USAC: University of Modena and Reggio Emilia

Provider

Available Courses

Umbra, Italy

Umbra Institute

Provider

Available Courses

Florence, Italy

ASA: Florence

Provider

Available Courses

Florence, Italy

Florence University of the Arts

Provider

Available Courses

Academic Advice

  • The earliest you can go abroad is the summer of your first year.
  • Students may fulfill General Education Foundation and Issues requirements abroad
  • Students taking at least 3 credits abroad will fulfill their Global Perspectives requirement
  • Department input requested
  • Students should be working with their faculty advisor to plan and make appropriate course selections for study abroad.

To determine the GVSU course equivalencies for courses taken abroad, please visit our Course Approval page. 

Once you have selected a program, schedule a meeting with your academic advisor to discuss your plans.

Academic Advice

Internships

Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an internship abroad. 

Internships Abroad

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Explore Other Program Options

There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:

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Department Contact

Gisella Licari

Modern Languages and Literature

B-2-236 Mackinac Hall

(616) 331-3458

[email protected]




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