Italy - ISU in Milan - CoE
Spend four weeks living in Milan, Italy and complete clinical observations at the American School of Milan, a K-12 school with students from over 50 different countries. While in Italy, participate in cultural activities including a guided tour of Milan, a day trip to Lake Como, and a multi-day trip to Florence.
- Snapshot
- Academics
- Location
- Housing
- Cost and Dates
- Program Contacts
Snapshot
Program Details
- Academic Program Type: Faculty-Led
- Program Sponsor: College of Education
Eligibility
- GPA: 2.5 or higher
- Major: Preference given to Education majors
- Class Standing: undergraduate students
- Participants must meet the standard eligibility and program specific requirements
- Successful completion of a criminal background check in order to participate
Academics
- Students can choose to enroll in 3 or 6 credits on this program by taking 1-2 of the following courses:
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- TCH 110 - Cross Cultural Teaching and Learning
- EAF 228 - Social Foundations of Education
- TCH 287 - Independent Study, Undergraduate
- TCH 265 - Curriculum & Pedagogy Issues in Education in a Global Society
- Courses will be taught by ISU faculty through online components as well as in-person meetings on the campus of the American School of Milan (ASM). Clinical observations will also be completed at ASM.
- ASM is a K-12 school with students from over 50 different countries that speak 30 different languages, however, all classes are taught in English. Graduating students receive both an International Baccalaureate degree as well as an American high school diploma.
Location
The City
- Located in northern Italy, Milan is famous for fashion, its Duomo with 3,400 statues, Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper, Europe's largest opera house, and its soccer teams.
- Centrally located at the base of the Italian Alps, Milan is an hour drive from beaches, mountains, wine country, and Italy's lake district.
The Program Site
- The American School of Milan (ASM) campus is located 6km (approximately 3.73 miles) from the city center
- The campus is surrounded by a residential and sporting complex made up of tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a golf course
Housing
- Apartment - more information coming soon
Budgets and Dates
Academic Calendar
- Summer: late May - mid June
Official program dates are listed on each semester’s Estimated Budget
Estimated Budget
To see how this program compares, view the Illinois State budget.
Scholarships
Did you know there are scholarships open to students studying within the College of Education?
- The College of Education Student Travel Global Initiatives Award
- The Franson-Anderson Endowed Memorial Scholarship
- The Jepsen International Scholars Program
Visit the scholarship page for additional funding opportunities.
Program Contacts
Faculty Directors
Rena Shifflet
rashiff@IllinoisState.edu
May Jadallah
mjadall@IllinoisState.edu
Study Abroad Advisor
Megan Hartley
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Featured Alumni
Katie Richardson
Special Education Major
Summer 2017 Participant