Drexel University offers a variety of opportunities to study abroad in Italy. The programs below are available — click on an individual program to learn more about the program, eligibility, and more! Attend a Study Abroad 101 to begin the application process.
Drexel students in their sophomore year or later are invited to spend their Fall term studying at the American University of Rome. With a variety of departments offering classes ranging from Art History to International Relations, this program is perfect for students in any major. This is the perfect chance to truly immerse yourself in the culture of Rome.
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Drexel students in their sophomore year or later are invited to spend their Fall term studying sports business at the American University of Rome. Through coursework, field trips and exploration of sport venues in Rome, students will learn about the Italian approach to sports while studying with European and American students in a university setting in Rome. This program is open to all majors with priority given to Sports Business students. Though some knowledge of Italian is recommended, students are not required to have taken ITAL 101 before departure, but will be taking an Italian Language course while at AUR.
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Junior Product Design, Fashion Design, and Design & Merchandising program are invited to study in the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance at the Accademia Italiana. With a student body from across the world, the diverse make-up of the Accademia Italiana lends itself to a global design perspective and the exchange of ideas across cultures while exploring the Italian language and experience. To get the most of their experience, students are required to have taken ITAL 101 prior to their study abroad term.
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The Florence Summer program allows Drexel students to spend six weeks in Florence! There is no language prerequisite in order to be eligible for this program. The program is open toall majors and minors, with an emphasis on Fashion Design, Product Design, andDesign & Merchandising. The program is run in partnership with Accademia Italiana in Florence. Students will be greeted in both cities by local support staff for orientation, which includes tours and other activities.
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