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  • Locations: Milan, Italy
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: WorldStrides 
  • Restrictions: UW-Whitewater applicants only
  • This program is not currently accepting applications; however, it may run again in future years. Please use this program search tool or contact the Center for Global Education to learn more about the global experiences programs that are currently available or that may be available in the future.
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Academic Year 2026-2027 03/01/2026
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Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Fall 2026 03/01/2026
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Rolling Admission 08/25/2026 12/14/2026

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Program Type: Study Abroad Provider Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English, Foreign Language
Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: Apartment, Other Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.75
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing: Sophomore Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Accounting, Business, Communication, Cultural Studies, Entrepreneurship, Foreign Language (other), Liberal Studies, Management, Management Computer Systems, Marketing, Music
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.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

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 $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

Learn more

How to get started

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

  2. Meet with your study abroad office.

  3. Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.


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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!




This program is not currently accepting applications; however, it may run again in future years. Please use this program search tool or contact the Center for Global Education to learn more about the global experiences programs that are currently available or that may be available in the future.