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Locations: Milan, Italy
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	10/01/2026	10/01/2026	02/11/2027	05/29/2027
Spring	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	05/01/2027	05/01/2027	09/09/2027	12/19/2027
** 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	Minimum GPA:	2.8

Program Description:

Engineering, Technology + Sciences

Milan, Italy

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Program Overview

Your Engineering, Technology + Sciences program in Milan lasts a full semester and offers you an integrated global learning experience that connects your coursework with real-world applications. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU, that focus on science, technology, engineering, or math. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities related to engineering, technology, and science. Live and learn in Milan!

Unique Experiences

Marvel at the iconic Vertical Forest

a modern skyscraper with a hectare of forest along its facades

Explore smart mobility at Milan’s Bicocca District

where you will step into the future of urban living

Discover biotech breakthroughs at Human Technopole

a cutting-edge research center advancing health and genomics in the heart of Milan

Learn More About MILAN

Your Destination

Milan is Italy’s innovative, forward-thinking city, renowned for its leadership in engineering, technology, and design. The city is a global hub for fashion, architecture, and cutting-edge research, with pioneering projects like smart infrastructure, sustainable fashion, and advanced manufacturing. With its vibrant cultural scene, world-class museums, upscale shopping districts, and commitment to innovation, Milan is the perfect place to study engineering, technology, and science abroad.

Housing

CIEE Milan offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. From homestays to shared apartments to residence halls, we will strive for your accommodation preferences to be met. All housing has direct access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture and commitment to engineering, technology, and science.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Milan will open doors for you to explore Italy's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Visit important cultural and historical landmarks in nearby cities like Venice and Genoa
Check out a startup to discuss the design of innovative wearable technologies
Take a trip to a sustainable architecture and urban planning project

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Milan: Study at the CIEE Milan center in the heart of the hip Isola district, in close proximity to plenty of restaurants, cafés, and a local market. Just around the corner from the iconic Vertical Forest buildings, CIEE Milan features modern classrooms, welcoming lounge areas, and a serene atmosphere.

Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore: Affectionately known as Cattolica, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore is an Italian?private research university that was founded in 1921. Its main campus is located in Milan, with satellite campuses in Brescia, Piacenza, Cremona, and Rome. The university is organized into 12 faculties and seven postgraduate schools. In the renowned QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022, Cattolica’s ascendency placed the University in formidable company, with?16 disciplines ranked in the top 300 in the world, or higher. This program offers a range of courses in English at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore – International Curriculum Department, where students will learn alongside local and other international students.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Milan boasts a work scene centered around fashion, design, finance, and technology. Internships for students abound, particularly in renowned fashion houses, innovative design firms, and leading financial institutions. A thriving startup ecosystem further cements Milan's reputation as a hub for creativity and innovation.

Industry options include:

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Business Management and Administration
Finance

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

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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Why CIEE

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$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
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Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
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