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  • Locations: Milan, Italy
  • Program Terms: Fall, Full Year Exchange, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
  • Restrictions: WVU applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 10/01/2026 ** Rolling Admission 02/01/2027 05/29/2027
Spring 2028 02/15/2027 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Fall 2027 05/01/2027 ** Rolling Admission 08/24/2027 12/16/2027
Full Year Exchange 2027-2028 05/01/2027 ** Rolling Admission 09/07/2027 05/29/2028

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: English, Italian Minimum GPA: 2.75
Program Description:
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Semester at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

Spend a semester living and learning in Milan, where historic charm meets cutting-edge style. Study at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, a prestigious private university in the heart of Milan in a 16th-Century monastery.

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Program highlights

  • Take courses in English across fields like business, communication, international relations, media, and Italian language and culture

  • No prior Italian experience is required, and classes are taught by local faculty alongside other international students

  • Select one of our early start options to brush up on your Italian during a two-week intensive course before the semester begins

  • Join the Buddy Program to be paired with a local UCSC student who can help you navigate campus life and settle into Milan

  • Explore Milan's iconic museums and venture out to discover the lakeside beauty of Como

Discover Milan

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year, we award more than $2.4 million in scholarships and grants to WorldStrides students studying or interning abroad. Take a look at the different ways you can make an experience abroad a reality.

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How to get started

  1. Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. After submitting the application with your university, you will also apply through WorldStrides.


The WorldStrides Difference

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Program Flexibility

No matter when or what you want to study, we have a program to fit your schedule and your degree.

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Upfront Pricing

Study abroad without the guesswork. Clear costs, no hidden fees, and programs built for your budget.

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Expert Support

From your first question to your first day overseas, our dedicated teams here and abroad have your back 24/7.

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Unique Experiences

Go beyond the classroom with internships, community engagement, and faith-based programs.


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Meet Victoria R.

"My time abroad became a transformative journey of self-discovery. I was encouraged to embrace my cultural roots while exploring new perspectives, ultimately empowering me to grow into my true self."

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!