USAC in Reggio Emilia
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About this Program
Immerse yourself in Italian culture and explore subjects like business, architecture, design, and language in the vibrant city of Reggio Emilia. With courses taught in English and Italian, you’ll gain academic experience while developing your language skills. Enjoy local field trips, cultural workshops, and optional internships, all supported by an experienced on-site team. Nestled in the heart of Italy's Emilia-Romagna region, Reggio Emilia is a charming city surrounded by rolling countryside and picturesque villages. Perfectly positioned between Parma and Modena, it offers easy access to some of Italy's finest food, rich history, and authentic Italian culture.
Program Highlights
- When you study at USAC's Reggio Emilia Center on University of Modena and Reggio Emilia's campus, you'll take elective courses in English and additional Italian language course, in a program designed for American students. Study center programs typically provide less exposure to local students and follow a more American-style curriculum than local universities. This program is ideal if you are not fully comfortable with complete immersion, prefer to take courses in English, or prefer more personalized support while abroad. USAC supports you with pre-departure advising & support, visa-related guidance, group airport reception, host university student ID, on-site orientation, onsite staff support, campus facilities, 24/7 emergency assistance, comprehensive global medical insurance, centrally located housing, cultural activities, excursions, and volunteer opportunities.
Level of Immersion
Language(s) of Instruction:
- English
- Italian
Features
- Courses with Study Abroad Students
- Internship Opportunities
- Language Intensive Program
- No Language Pre-Requisites
- Study Center Program
- Volunteering Opportunities
Housing Abroad
- Students arrange and pay for housing directly through the Global Partner or its housing provider. See the Budget Worksheet for estimated housing costs. Available housing options:
- Apartment
- Homestay (limited)
Program Dates
- Fall Semester: late-August to mid-December
- Spring Semester: mid-January to mid-May
Housing at Seattle University
Moving can be both costly and stressful, but careful planning can help minimize both. Start by creating a housing plan for before and after your study abroad experience to avoid the pressure of continuing to pay for rent at home. Program fees typically cover housing abroad, so if you expect to incur additional domestic rent expenses, be sure to include these in your budget. If possible, consider staying with family or friends temporarily before you depart or when you return to save on costs.
Housing Residence Life
Education Abroad typically recommends considering Seattle University on-campus housing for when students return from their programs, as Housing Residence Life staff are able to support students in securing housing, while adhering to student preferenceas best as they can.
Housing Application
Check the Housing Portal for more specific dates
- Winter Quarter Housing applications open in November
- Spring Quarter Housing applications open in February
- Fall Quarter Housing applications open in May