- Perugia, Italy
A big university town in a small Italian city, Perugia serves as the
ideal backdrop for study abroad in Italy. Rich in art, architecture,
and historical significance, it is internationally recognized as a
city of learning. The Umbra Institute's many community partnerships
make it an ideal place to get to know the real Italy and Italians.
Perugia is an ancient hilltop town between Rome and Florence and is
home to artistic masterpieces, medieval churches and palaces. Within
the city, you will find jazz cafes, concerts and art exhibits. Works
by Pinturicchio, Guercino, Caravaggio and Raphael can all be found
here.
Area(s) of Study
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Italian
- Social Science
- Applied Archaeology
- European Studies
- Italian Civilization
- Studio Art
- Art History
- Fine Arts
- Liberal Arts
- Theatre And Dance
- Classical Civilization
- Government
- Psychology
- Women's And Gender Studies
- Communication Studies
- History
- Radio-Television-Film
- Writing
- Comparative Literature
- International Relations And Gl
- Religious Studies
Sponsored by ARCADIA - a UT Affiliate
Academic Information
There are three semester program tracks available in Perugia: General Studies (courses in English), Direct Enrollment (courses in Italian), and Scholars Program. Generally students take 4-6 credits of Italian and 3-4 additional elective courses. Summer program available (English and Italian courses).
Faculty
Summer Program: Dates listed reflect both sessions, and students may choose to attend one or both sessions. Linked cost estimates reflect one summer session only. Financial aid applies for students taking 6 or more credits only.
Language(s) of Instruction
English and Italian
Eligibility
- Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance
- GPA Requirements: 2.75, 2.50 for consideration
- In good academic standing and not on disciplinary probation.
- Submit a complete application.
- Please see website for more details.
Service Learning/Internship
- Service Learning - No
- Internship - No
Housing
As an Arcadia University program, you are guaranteed housing and the cost is included in the program fee. It is usually student apartments. Visit the Arcadia program website for more information about housing on this program.
Open To
Students from all colleges and schools
Program Cost
Students will pay $75 app fee, $600 affiliated registration fee and $19/wk for overseas insurance to UT Austin. Students pay a program fee (tuition, housing) to Arcadia (see provider website for more details). Federal financial aid and scholarships apply for full-time summer (6 credits)/semester (12) enrollment.
Dates:
- Program: January 9, 2025 to April 26, 2025
- Instructional: January 9, 2025 to April 26, 2025
- Final Deadline: October 1, 2024
- Program: May 15, 2025 to July 26, 2025
- Instructional: May 15, 2025 to July 26, 2025
- Priority Deadline: March 1, 2025
- Final Deadline: March 16, 2025
- Program: August 29, 2025 to December 13, 2025
- Instructional: August 29, 2025 to December 13, 2025
- Final Deadline: March 16, 2025
Application Code
340023
Program Coordinator
Erin Brown Achterhof
Additional Resources
Program Website
Peer Evaluations
Scholarships
Frequently Asked Questions
Blog
Video
Next Step
1) View mandatory advising videos: Explore: Education Abroad 101. Attend a live EA Q&A to ask questions. 2) View the Ready to Apply video. 3) Self-authorize your application via the Get Started link below and apply! Find advising videos, Q&A events at https://global.utexas.edu/abroad/apply/advising