Summer on the Italian Coast -
Engineering

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Get ahead in your engineering degree in the seaside city of Sorrento

Head to beautiful Sorrento, Italy on the Mediterranean coast for a life-changing summer! This unique program combines traditional study (Physics 2 with lab and non-technical elective courses) with the option to pursue a practical work experience and micro-credential that will put your studies into practice and prepare you for the working world. You’ll live and learn at Sant’Anna Institute, a beautiful campus overlooking a quaint fishing village and marina. Take a short stroll into Sorrento to enjoy its cafe-lined streets and soak up la dolce vita. 

Other courses on offer include Italian, international tourism, marketing, archaeology, and sustainability. The Sant’Anna Institute encourages students to become members of this special community on the Mediterranean during their time abroad. Local shop owners will come to know you, with your discount card that’s valid at a number of stores and restaurants in Sorrento. 

What to Expect

Language(s):
English
Average Courseload:
2-3 Courses (8-11 U.S. Credits)
GPA Requirement:
2.50
Visa Requirement:
NONE Required!

Highlights:

Study with engineering faculty from around the world
Gain the courses you need while expanding your connections and living with other CIS Abroad students
Build your resume with a practical work experience
Sunny beaches and miles of hiking trails along the Amalfi Coast
Classrooms overlooking the fishing village of Marina Grande

Learn More About This and Other Programs
This past month I spent my time studying abroad in Sorrento, Italy with CIS Abroad. The opportunity of being able to study in Italy was a dream come true! From my peers in the program to Frankie and Kayla, everyone has been so open and welcoming. CIS has done any amazing job making sure I felt prepared for my travels and was available to answer my many questions. Without CIS, this opportunity would have seemed like a dream, but they helped me turn it into a reality. I have met some amazing friends and grown into a better person during my time in Sorrento!
Alana Bergin
University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa
Summer on the Italian Coast
Studying in Sorrento gave me the opportunity to immerse myself in an entirely new culture. I was able to learn how to adapt to foreign situations and make the most of my time while trying new foods, experiences, and meeting new people.
Hallie Auth
Boise State University
Summer on the Italian Coast
While I was working during my internship, I was also completing a micro-credential, Working Across Cultures. Throughout the five weeks, we were tasked with answering a variety of reflection questions. Each week would build on what we learned from the week before. Having multiple reflection questions was helpful and important to my experience of interning abroad because, without these questions, I would not have thought of the different ways to approach certain situations or be able to handle them as well as I did. 
Sarah Cummings
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Summer on the Italian Coast - Engineering

Sample Placements

Below are a few sample placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!

Dates & Prices

Additional Information:

Program Deposit

There is a non-refundable program deposit for all CIS Abroad programs. Paying the deposit secures your spot on the program! The deposit deadline and amount can be seen above in the Dates & Prices section.

Housing

All list prices are for shared (double occupancy) bedrooms. A supplemental fee applies to a single occupancy bedroom in any of the housing options (when available).

The Sant'Anna Villa Sama + Meal Plan option includes 34 breakfasts and 34 dinners for the 10 week duration.

Price Range

Apartment or Residence Halls On Campus: $14,990
Sant'Anna Villa Sama + Meal Plan: $15,990

Please note: As with all study abroad programs, you should count on a few additional expenses.

CIS Abroad reserves the right to alter fees at any time due to currency fluctuations and/or fee changes made by our partner universities.

ADVISOR TIP:

Please WAIT to book flights until you have received confirmed dates in your acceptance paperwork. Dates posted here are subject to change.
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