Summer programs are a great way to study abroad without interrupting regular undergraduate study. SAI summer programs range from 3 – 12 weeks in length, and award 3 – 12…
Read moreSAI undergraduate semester and quarter programs allow students to study abroad for a full term, enrolling in 3 – 6 courses over 10 to 18 weeks in the Fall and…
Read moreSAI January and May Session programs offer condensed coursework between traditional programs. Students are able to focus on one or two subjects abroad without interrupting regular semester studies. January and…
Read moreSAI offers programs for high school and gap students to complete college-level coursework. High school programs are available in the summer (called Pre-College), and provide a fully supervised unforgettable experience….
Read moreSAI Graduate and Master’s programs are offered at top art and design programs in Europe, and provide students with unmatched exposure to the creative fields. Graduate and Master’s programs range…
Read moreSAI Career Certificate programs are subject-intensive semester and academic year programs that are open to traditional undergraduate students to further their major study as well as nontraditional students interested in…
Read moreSAI Short Session programs allow a great deal of flexibility for study throughout the academic year. Short Sessions offer various start dates throughout the traditional semester, with programs lasting 3…
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The treasure that is the city of Florence has attracted visitors from every society, from Roman to modern times. Though Florence is an ancient city, the focal point today is its Renaissance art and architecture, which have contributed to it frequently being named one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Considered the birthplace of the Renaissance, its streets present a stunning reflection of the birth and development of modern society, which shifted importance toward the individual and creativity. Today Florence is also a busy center for art and design, home to top fashion, architecture and culinary delights.
Read moreIt has been said that more than a lifetime is needed to experience all that the capital city of Rome has to offer. It is a city layered with art and antiquities encompassing 2,500 years of history – from the Coliseum, the Imperial Forum and the Roman Pantheon, to Vatican City, with the Sistine Chapel and Vatican museums. Regarded as a birthplace of Western civilization, Rome is a major tourist destination, although it maintains an authentic and traditional atmosphere in the peace of its small streets and the splendor of its piazzas bursting with life.
Read moreOne of the most beloved cities in the world, Paris awakens students’ creativity, sense of adventure and global understanding. Paris is known for its stunning neo-classical architecture, and its historical center has remained largely unchanged since the 1860s. The capital of France, Paris is a city for students to discover, with lively streets, stunning architecture, historical and contemporary art, fashion, and delectable food around every corner. Students living in Paris become a part of the international patchwork of citizens who make it their home.
Read moreBarcelona has always been a vital hub for Europe and the Mediterranean. Dynamic and cosmopolitan, it is a modern city that also preserves its important cultural heritage and 2,000 years of history. Students studying abroad in Barcelona immerse themselves in the unique blend of Mediterranean beach lifestyle and European urban culture that defines the city. Known for its flavorful Mediterranean cuisine, lively nightlife, distinctive architectural and artistic highlights, and welcoming residents, Barcelona inspires visitors and locals alike.
Read moreMilan is the industrial, commercial, and financial center of Italy and a leading global powerhouse. The city of Milan presents a harmonious fusion between stunning historical monuments such as the Milan Cathedral, cutting-edge fashion and design seen in the fashion district of Quadrilatero dell Moda, internationally recognized music and performance in noteworthy theaters, and the financial district of Porta Nuova teeming with powerful executives. Milan welcomes people from around the world, with one sixth of its population being foreign born.
Read moreSorrento is located on the north end of the Amalfi coast, on the Mediterranean Sea. The natural beauty of the Sorrentine landscape with its mild climate, lively piazzas, vibrant cultural scene, lemon groves and the allure of nearby sights such as Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast all conspire to make Sorrento an inspiring location to study abroad. The town of Sorrento is quaint and gorgeous, nestled on the bluff above the sparkling sea.
Read moreNestled in rolling hills in the heart of Tuscany, Siena was first settled during Etruscan times and during the time of Emperor Augustus, a Roman town was founded on the site of Siena. With its narrow winding roads and medieval architecture, Siena appears all but untouched by modern times. One can wander through tucked-away squares and tour museums and churches that are home to countless renowned works of Byzantine, Renaissance and High Renaissance art.
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Read moreFounded in 1962, the American University of Paris (AUP) is one of the oldest American institutions of higher learning in Europe, offering a liberal arts curriculum with U.S. accreditation by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. AUP is an urban institution and its campus is composed of buildings centrally located near the Eiffel Tower and the Seine River.
Read moreThe Paris American Academy (PAA) was founded in 1965 and is known for its excellence in boutique and couture fashion design instruction. With a strongly vocational approach, PAA prepares students for careers in creative fields, with summer program instruction from masters in fashion, fine arts, interior design, and creative writing. Located a short distance from Notre-Dame Cathedral, PAA draws upon Paris’ cultural and artistic heritage in making the city its campus.
Read moreWe live in an increasingly globalized world, fueled by international business and trade. Although business and economics operate on a global scale, each individual country and culture has their own…
Read moreIn today’s digital era, Communication studies are becoming increasingly relevant across multiple professions. In addition to an experience rich in cultural immersion, studying abroad with SAI allows you to choose…
Read moreWhether you are studying Fashion Design, Fashion Business, or anything in between, SAI has programs in the top fashion capitals of the world. Creativity is at the root of studying…
Read moreNatural Sciences are concerned with natural phenomena and comprise the study of Agriculture, Biology, Bioscience, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Science and Physics. Students who choose to study these topics clearly…
Read moreEurope has been inspiring authors and poets for centuries, ranging from Shakespeare to Moliere. SAI partner schools allow you to study a range of literature and writing genres, including the…
Read moreMathematics is a highly collaborative, as well as internationally competitive, field. Math is the “universal language,” and by studying Mathematics abroad, you can strengthen your intercultural communication skills, enhance your…
Read moreWhat better way to learn a foreign language or the nuances of a foreign culture than to immerse yourself in it? SAI works closely with local communities to provide you…
Read moreSocial Science is an eclectic field encompassing everything from Archaeology to Criminal Justice. Studying in Western Europe grants you access to a wealth of cultural, historical and political sites. Students…
Read moreIf performing arts is your focus, you recognize the imprint that cultures make on the arts. Societies value differing approaches and skills in performance, and getting hands-on exposure to these…
Read moreSince 1995, SAI has provided students with exceptional cultural and educational experiences abroad, offering the opportunity to enroll in some of the finest schools available to English speaking students in…
Read moreSAI programs stand out for our services, ranging from our personal attention, to our 24/7 support on-site. What’s Included SAI programs offer two service models: 360° Services & Select Services….
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Welcome to SAI! Our student resources are available to assist students throughout their study abroad decision-making process. For specific information on an SAI program, please see the program page, or…
Read moreOur parent resources provide some of the most important information about preparing to have a student abroad. If you have any further questions please reach out to us. Parents Q&A…
Read moreLet our faculty and advisor resources help your campus increase its study abroad reach and improve your students’ global outlook. Faculty-led & Custom Programs SAI offers faculty the opportunity to…
Read moreThank you for studying with SAI! By studying abroad you have joined an ever-growing community of students who have first-hand insight into the personal, professional and academic benefits of living…
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At SAI, we are committed to making study abroad achievable for everyone, and we are here to help students realize their dream. If you have any questions about admissions, costs,…
Read moreAt SAI we are proud to provide superior academic, living, social and cultural experiences that allow students to enjoy their time abroad, while nurturing their talents and challenging their minds….
Read moreSAI offers educational and cultural experiences abroad at a variety of academic and professional levels. SAI programs pair academic excellence with a commitment to cultural and community integration, offering an…
Read moreA full description of SAI’s policies are contained in the document below. This includes application, payment, cancellation and withdrawal policies, code of conduct, on-site policies, and health and safety. Please…
Read moreIf you currently receive federal, state, or institutional financial aid, you may be able to use some or all of your aid toward the cost of your SAI program. This…
Read moreStudent visa requirements and procedures are constantly changing. We are doing our best to keep our information up to date, but students are asked to confirm all information when registering…
Read moreWe are proud of our highly qualified, experienced staff, most of whom have been part of SAI for many years. SAI is as committed to our staff as we are…
Read moreThe following documents provide cost and calendar information for all of SAI’s programs in Italy, Spain and France. For a more specific breakdown of price and calendar information please reference…
Read moreIn our increasingly globalized world, multi-cultural influences are becoming very popular in art and design. Studying abroad allows you to be immersed in a foreign culture, history and style. You…
Read moreWith an aging population and advances in technology, the health science field is growing in both demand and creativity. Studying health science abroad allows you to earn academic credits while…
Read moreThe hospitality industry is a growing field that encompasses Tourism, Gastronomy, Hotel and Restaurant Management and Oenology (Wine Studies). SAI partner schools offer a wide variety of courses, including hands-on…
Read moreStudents studying abroad with SAI have the option in some locations of participating in unpaid internships under the supervision of an experienced professional. An internship allows you to observe and…
Read moreSAI offers graduate level coursework in design, the arts, and an array of liberal arts studies. Programs include graduate-level study abroad semesters, master’s degrees, and graduate certificates….
Read moreAre you or a family member planning a visit to Paris, France? Below we provide information on accommodations and hotels, eating and restaurants, as well as tourism, compiled by our…
Read moreParis College of Art (PCA) is a premier art and design school firmly rooted in the rich artistic landscape of Paris. For over 30 years it has provided students the opportunity to explore and participate in the Parisian art scene while developing their portfolio under the guidance of respected industry professionals and academics. PCA is accredited in the U.S. by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and is part of the International Association of Universities and Colleges of Art, Design and Media (CUMULUS).
Read moreFlorence University of the Arts – The American University of Florence (FUA) is a young, vibrant institution offering liberal arts coursework that takes a contemporary approach to international education. With small classes taught by highly qualified international faculty, FUA courses aim to enhance the social, intercultural and professional experience of each student. In addition to coursework in Arts and Sciences, Communication, and Business, FUA offers unique opportunities for students to enroll in cutting-edge fashion, design, architecture, and fine arts courses, as well as culinary and wine studies courses. US transcript and credits are issued by University of South Florida.
Read moreSince 1972, John Cabot University (JCU) has offered students from around the world the opportunity to pursue an exceptional academic and cultural education in the heart of one of the most inspiring cities in the world. JCU is accredited in the U.S. by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and offers a liberal arts curriculum taught entirely in English. Additionally, in 2022, JCU’s Guarini Business School joined the ranks of excellent business programs around the world by receiving AACSB accreditation. The school draws professors from around the world who are committed to a multicultural environment, and to imparting a global understanding.
Read moreJust as there are some differences between the states of Wisconsin and New York there are tons of differences between countries like Florence and the United States. Whether I love…
Read moreMy journey getting to Florence was a long, hauled out, highly anticipated journey. When I told my study abroad counselor 1 year ago I wanted to study abroad in Florence…
Read more“It’s the time of your life!! You will never want to come back to America!! You’re going to fall in love with places you’ve never been to and people you…
Read moreI have experienced so many different things since coming to Rome. There are times I still need to pinch myself to believe it is real. My time in Rome has…
Read moreSAI is pleased to announce that Dr. Edna Farace Wilson has been appointed to the new position of Vice President, Academic Affairs. Dr. Wilson joins SAI after serving as Dean…
Read moreStudy Abroad Italy is pleased to announce a new program in Italian Studies, offered in partnership with the International Center for Intercultural Exchange in Siena. This collaboration offers motivated students…
Read moreBeginning in Summer 2011, SAI will offer a variety of program options throughout the academic year in the beautiful coastal city of Sorrento. We are pleased to announce the launch…
Read moreSAI is pleased to announce that Dr. Jeffrey Lieber, Assistant Professor of Art History and Visual Culture at The New School in New York, is SAI’s first Faculty Fellow selected…
Read more“Found it!” I exclaimed the other day when Kayla and I came across what Kayla now refers to as our “super-sneaker loke dog spot”. Not that we had been particularly…
Read moreWhen doing some research about Sorrento I found a quote about mythical creatures who were said to dwell in the waters here and in other areas in the Mediterranean. Sir…
Read moreAt Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design’s new home, a glass-covered walkway known as the Street offers a cafe and a shop that sells student supplies. LONDON —…
Read moreMy creative writing class is demanding but unique. Being the only student in the class makes it unlike any course I’ve ever taken. We are studying famous and mostly travel…
Read moreAll good things must come to an end, as is our Sorentine Semester. For both Kayla and I this semester has turned out to be something neither of us could…
Read moreI have been in Rome for almost two weeks now and I can say with out any doubt that studying abroad was the best decision of my life. I never…
Read moreHaving arrived in Rome about three weeks ago, my experience abroad has been a dream come true. Thinking back to boarding the plane in New York just a short time…
Read moreCiao tutti! Today is now my fourth day in Firenze. The trip to get here went immensely smoother than my previous trip to Italy. I left the Philadelphia airport around…
Read moreThe minute I walked through the streets of Trastevere, I knew that choosing to live and study in Rome, Italy was an incredible choice. The streets of Rome are so…
Read moreI have been in Rome for three weeks now, and I can already tell that the next couple of months will be unlike any that I have experienced before. I…
Read moreI arrived in Italy on January 25 and it was everything I thought it would be. I love walking around the city and all my roommates, but culture shock is…
Read moreOn January 25th, tired and jet lagged I finally arrived in Italia. While flying over Italy, I caught my first glimpse of Tuscany. Looking outside of the plane window, my…
Read moreAfter only a few weeks of living in Sorrento, I can honestly say I’m enthralled with the Italian lifestyle. I have been blown away by the natural beauty of the…
Read moreI’ve been in Florence for a week now and it’s definitely been a roller coaster of emotions. I’ve been switching from awe of Florence to just wanting to get back…
Read moreMy first day here was a bit stressful. My financial aid hadn’t gone through and we were having troubles with our internet. I needed to contact my family back in…
Read moreMy first week in Firenze has flown by. Everyday here has certainly been an experience. My roommate and I both attend school in South Carolina where it is warm out…
Read moreThe first weekend in February, two friends and I made the trek to Rome. It had been cold in Florence prior to our departure but we were unprepared for what…
Read moreSo I have been in Roma for seven weeks now and it just keeps getting more and more amazing. I am now able to navigate the city on my own,…
Read moreSince I have been in Firenze over a month now, I really see the city’s beauty. I first arrived and saw darkness, people always smoking, and colors of grey….
Read moreI can’t believe how quickly this month has flown by! It seems like only yesterday I was on the plane making the long painful journey to Florence. But as I…
Read moreThese past 2 months have flown by incredibly quickly. I guess it’s true what they say, time flies when you’re having fun! I can say without a doubt that making…
Read moreThe adjustment period has gotten a lot easier in the past few weeks. The warmer weather is definitely a key factor. The nicer the city gets the more I explore….
Read moreI could have never imagined how much this study abroad experience would change me. I have learned so much and I have only been here for a little over a…
Read moreFebruary came with a fury as Rome was shut down due to a snowstorm. Apparently we came during Rome’s coldest winter in 100 years, which includes the most snow in…
Read moreThe second week of February was extremely cold. It seemed like every person I knew had some sort of cold. When the weekend came around, my friends and I were…
Read moreThis month flew by so quickly! I am settled in now and still do not feel very homesick. I also haven’t really experienced that bad of culture shock, but maybe…
Read moreHaving been abroad for two months now, my new favorite experience has been traveling outside of Rome. I have yet to venture outside of Italy, but have instead visited places…
Read moreFlorence is starting to feel much more like home. I’ve done a bit of traveling to Verona, Rome, and Venice and I am very happy Florence is my home base….
Read moreThe third week in February, Mother Nature started to give us a break from the snow. Monday-Wednesday is crazy and exhausting for me. I have over 7 and a half…
Read moreI am writing this letter from the Termini Train Station as I wait for my train that will take me to Florence, my final destination. It is hard to believe…
Read moreAs the weather is getting warmer, the streets are getting busier. I found myself annoyed at all of the “tourist” wandering my city. At first I was caught off guard…
Read moreBeing in a big city like Rome makes traveling so much easier because there are always cheap flight deals to nearby cities! With this said, I had the chance to…
Read moreThe month of March was one of the busiest but most memorable months I have ever had. Each weekend I traveled around Europe, going to Nice, Florence, Barcelona, Amsterdam,…
Read moreIt is now towards the end of my time abroad and it truly makes me sad. I think of how close I am with my friends here and that we…
Read moreIn just one month, Sorrento has become much more than simply the place I’m studying abroad–it has become my home away from home. After a few weeks of feeling like…
Read moreMarch passed by quickly in a whirlwind of travel, and with every day spent in Italy it becomes harder and harder to accept the fact that our time here is…
Read moreThe past month I have discovered something totally different from my previous month of traveling outside of Rome; this month I have discovered the beauty of Rome in the springtime….
Read moreMarch has been the most eye opening month thus far. Many of my roommates went on Spring Break while I stayed in Florence and I was feeling very homesick…
Read moreUnfortunately, another month has passed, which means I am getting closer and closer to my departure date. However, with the month of March came great memories that I will never…
Read moreMarch was quite an eventful month. Almost as soon as I began to call Sorrento “home”, my family came to Sorrento for a week to visit, and brought with…
Read moreTime is flying by. We’re already talking about our final papers and exams in all my classes. I just want more time in Italy. It feels like I’ve only seen…
Read moreWow! I can’t believe it’s already May, and the month of April has come and gone. It’s really starting to hit me that in two weeks, I’ll be on a…
Read moreI am on the verge of tears knowing that this will be my last monthly letter. How do I put into words the most amazing semester of my life? In…
Read moreI just returned from my last weekend trip of the semester and it seems unreal that I will no longer be able to travel to a different country for a…
Read moreThe final weeks are finally coming to a close. That’s when I realized I had to make my bucket list of things I still wanted to do here in Florence….
Read moreI cannot believe 4 months have already flown by. There are so many significant memories I have while studying abroad that I cannot choose a favorite. These past 4 months…
Read moreThe past month has been a lot of travel. I went to the Amalfi coast, Barcelona, Rome, Venice, and Munich. Each trip was a different experience and got me closer…
Read more“Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened”- Dr. Seuss On a daily basis, I repeatedly tell myself this quote as a form of comfort for the unfortunate fact…
Read moreThis last month I saw some of the most amazing places. I went on SAI’s excursion to Umbria and visited Cinque Terre. The trip to Umbria was incredible. We stayed…
Read moreThe last month came and went in a blink of an eye. My friend went from being in the middle of the best experience of our lives to having to…
Read moreI can’t believe I have to go home already. It feels like everything’s just begun. Having to leave Florence and all the wonderful people I’ve met here feels impossible. This…
Read moreMy last month in Rome, I started to see things in a different way. Between the stress of finals and packing, and the exhilaration of traveling to some of…
Read moreLiving in Rome I feel that I have gotten to experience what the real life of an Italian has been like, instead of just experiencing the tourist attractions. Walking through…
Read moreAn espresso a day keeps the doctor away. After only two weeks in Sorrento I’ve wondered how I’ve lived my life with out espresso. And without the beautiful beach that…
Read moreSo far Milan, Italy has been a wonderful and inspiring place to be. Although the transition coming from the United States to Italy was a rough one, it is finally…
Read moreOur trip to Rome was absolutely amazing! We started off with the Colosseum; a truly unfathomable monument. Hearing the tour guide explain the hundreds of thousands of beasts and animals…
Read moreEntering into a country, whether you have been there before or not, is an exceptional moment. As over stimulating and overwhelming as those first moments may be, they are exceptional….
Read moreI have been in Rome for almost two weeks now and I still can’t believe it. What an incredible experience it has been so far. I can’t wait to see…
Read morehow to get your ex back My Study abroad experience thus far has been awesome, although in the first week I struggled with homesickness and culture shock. Day 2…
Read moreCome si dice in italiano? Non parlo bene! (How do you say that in Italian? I don’t speak it well!) – My First Week in Florence! Though it was only…
Read moreI have been in Italy for about a week and a half now and it still feels like I’m in a dream. I never imagined I would in Rome of…
Read moreMy time abroad thus far has been at times difficult. It’s been a while since I was last thrown into a situation in which I knew no one and no…
Read moreThe experience of arriving in Siena was nothing less than I had expected. Then again, I didn’t really know what to expect, other than what I’d seen in pictures and…
Read moreI arrived in Milan a few weeks ago and have had some time to explore the city and reflect on my thoughts. At first, Milan seemed like a very urban…
Read moreThe first month of my experience studying abroad in Florence has been fantastic. I have met so many amazing people from all over the country. I have already been making…
Read moreAfter being in the beautiful city of Florence for a whole month, I can now without a doubt say that I made an excellent decision in studying abroad! Already I…
Read moreThe other night my friend and I were casually sipping wine while perching ourselves against a window in my apartment where we sat and watched all the people below us…
Read moreThere were so many thoughts running through my head the first day as I rode through the streets of Florence on the way to my apartment. It wasn’t what I…
Read moreClasses have started and homework has begun to pile up. On the first days of class we went over the course syllabi, which only made me more excited for the…
Read moreI guess the saying is true-time goes by fast when you are having fun! It’s already been a month since I’ve been in Rome and I can’t believe it! This…
Read moreMy first full month has had its ups and its downs; since the Umbria excursion, I was able to meet several new friends who have enlightened in many ways my…
Read moreMy Study abroad experience thus far has been awesome of course! I traveled to Florence, Siena, Pisa, and Paris so far. I can honestly say I’m madly in love with…
Read moreI have been in Rome now for a little over a month and it has been nothing but one adventure after another. This is my first time out of the…
Read moreAnother month down, and it was a month filled with all the adventure that I was hoping for! My roommates and I attended a lot of SAI-organized weekend excursions to…
Read moreIn the month of September, my trips ended up being confined to Italy and Italian cities. This was great, and I loved seeing more of Italy, however, during the past…
Read moreThe beginning of this month continued with all the excitement of last month. Towards the end of September, I had the chance to attend Vogue Fashion’s Night out. It was…
Read moreIt has been two months since I have been in Rome! Time is going by so fast and it is a constant reminder to enjoy as much as possible! A…
Read moreI can’t even believe that I am once again sitting in front of my computer reminiscing on my last month here in Florence. It is amazing that October has already…
Read moreFor the past couple weeks since midterms, I have been very stressed and overwhelmed, so much so that I have absolutely no desire to do anything. I have research papers…
Read moreAfter my second month in Rome I can honestly say they weren’t kidding about the stages of homesickness. But it’s pretty easy to distract yourself with all there is to…
Read moreThis past month has been one to remember. October was filled with midterms, unforgettable adventures and my birthday. At times I was really stressed out and homesick but I knew…
Read moreThe month of October was full of amazing people and exciting adventures. I continued to meet more and more people whom have all been welcoming. It is such a great…
Read moreI cannot believe that I only have three weeks left here in Florence! Once daylight savings time happens and the sun starts to set at four, the days just seem…
Read moreMy last full month here in Italy went by so quickly, but I experienced so many wonderful things along the way that I can’t complain! It is crazy to think…
Read moreI seriously cannot wrap my head around the fact that this will be my last blog entry, meaning my semester here in Florence is quickly drawing to a close. It…
Read moreThis past month of November I traveled to many cities of Italy, essentially taking a “tour of Italy”. I visited Rome, Florence, Venice, Naples, and Capri (and of course spent…
Read moreAll good things must come to an end. Or do they? With only a few weeks left in my study abroad experience, it’s hard to believe that it is almost…
Read moreI’m not exactly sure how I feel about my study abroad experience coming to an end. There are so many things I miss about home, but it’s sad closing one…
Read moreI cannot believe that it is almost December! So much has happened it is strange to think that it is almost over. I am excited to see my friends and…
Read moreThe last month has gone by so quickly! I’ve been to Venice and Florence, and even Paris. In December, I’m taking one last trip to Milan. It’s had its ups…
Read moreI cannot believe that I am actually sitting here writing my last blog entry for my time abroad in Florence! November went by in the blink of an eye and…
Read moreSo I made it through the first two weeks and I can’t wait to continue on with this semester! It is shaping up to be such a great time full…
Read moreWhen preparing for Italy I was told it would be hard to adjust to the cultural differences at first on the contrary I have fallen in love with the cultural…
Read moreJanuary 22rd was the day that I began my adventure abroad! I left Denver, Colorado early in the morning and landed in Florence, Italy the morning after. When I was…
Read moreThese first couple weeks in Milan have been nothing short of incredible. Leaving home for a completely different country and knowing no one in my program is exactly the adventure…
Read moreI’ve only been in Florence for a few days and I already have enough memories and thoughts to write pages and pages of my journal. Coming here, I knew there…
Read moreRome, Italy: The Eternal City. I live there and have been living there for 3 weeks now. That thought still blows my mind. I am starting to feel at home…
Read moreThe Italian life has been treating me well this first month. It only took a few bumps in the road to settle in here in Trastevere, Rome. I traveled alone…
Read moreIt’s official, after all he hustle of getting ready for a semester abroad in Florence the adventure has finally begun and I could not have asked for a better start….
Read moreA week ago today I arrived in the breathtaking city that is Firenze. Its been a week and I still cannot believe I am living in Florence. Its amazing strolling…
Read moreHaving only traveled out of the US a couple of times for a grand total of 2 weeks, I was excited but also very nervous to be leaving home to…
Read moreMy first week in Florence has been amazing. As soon as I began to explore the city, I was stunned by its beauty. I had, of course, looked at many…
Read moreUntil this point I cannot believe that I am living here in this wonderful city. Everyday I learn something different such as an Italian word, expression, habit, and everyday I…
Read moreIt’s no surprise that I have completely fallen in love with Milan and the study abroad experience as a whole already. Meeting people from all around the world, getting inspiration…
Read moreI have officially been here a month and I am so obsessed with the city! There is not a day that goes by that I don’t find something new to…
Read moreThe month of February has flown by so quickly, but been so much fun. I feel so much more settled into Milan now and it feels like home. My roommates…
Read moreThis month in Rome has been crazy and filled with travel. SAI took us to Tuscany to visit some wonderful small Italian towns such as Orvieto. The church in Orvieto…
Read moreAlthough short in numbers the month of February has been anything but short. Somehow in all 28 days I’ve managed to go to school full time and travel around some…
Read moreFlorence surprises me more and more everyday. I am very happy to be living in “Oltrano” which means the other side of the river. Everyday I meet new people (locals)…
Read moreWhere did the month of February go? One more month that has gone through, which means that I have less time in Rome and I do not like that. This…
Read moreMilan has been everything that I’ve expected and more. I know my way around the city, am becoming a regular at some cafes, traveling on the weekends and having the…
Read moreCiao! I have been in Florence for a month and a half now. The list of places I have been, foods I have eaten, and people I have met has…
Read moreI’ve almost hit the two-month mark on my time in Rome. That is just crazy to me. All of the cool things that I have been able to see and…
Read moreI’ve now been in Florence exactly one month and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. Every day that I’m in this beautiful city I grow to love it more and…
Read moreThis has been a month full of adventure! I have traveled to many cities and towns in Tuscany and finally feel like a pro when it comes to the train…
Read moreI cannot believe that I have been in Florence for over a month. The time is passing quickly (a bit too quickly for my liking!). The first weekend of this…
Read moreSo much happened in February that was awesome! My favorite parts were traveling through Italy and February 14th which is a little different here in Sorrento than back in America…more…
Read moreI have officially reached the half way point of my study abroad program and I am beyond pleased with my experience thus far. Florence has truly grown to be my…
Read moreI can hardly believe I am already looking back on March and getting ready to leave for Spring Break! Another month down abroad and so many more memories to look…
Read moreI am starting my last month in Rome and I cannot believe it. Rome is starting to get warm and the sun is starting to shine more and more which…
Read moreThe month of February gave me a chance to truly fall in love with Italy. I went on the trip to Rome on a SAI/FUA trip which was absolutely wonderful….
Read moreThe highlight of this month, and probably the entire trip, was getting to see the election of a new Pope. I was there the very first night for the black…
Read moreMarch is gone just as quickly as it has arrived. A month filled with midterms, spring break and plenty of rain it was surely one to remember. In a just…
Read moreGreetings from Florence! I can’t believe it but there is only six weeks left. It’s a sad thought for sure. I don’t want to leave this beautiful city. With each…
Read moreBuona Pasqua, or Happy Easter! If I thought Florence was amazing before, I hadn’t experienced it during holy week or settimana santa. Coming from a Catholic family it’s been incredible…
Read moreThis has been a month filled with adventure and discovering new places in Italy. After our midterms, I headed down to Naples with a few of my friends from my…
Read moreIt is very difficult for me to believe that it is already April! This past month was incredible. The beginning of the month was quite hectic as I was applying…
Read moreThis month I begin to see everything around me with even more appreciation, since I know that soon my study abroad experience will come to an end. I really feel…
Read moreMarch has been a busy, yet amazing month! We were able to travel to Cinque Terre, Pisa, Siena, and Lucca. Could it get any better? Cinque Terre was absolutely amazing…
Read moreMarch has rolled around and is quickly coming to an end. The time seems to be disappearing before my eyes. With March came spring break. During Spring Break, I finally…
Read moreTime to go back :( I am very sad that this semester has come to its end. Studying abroad has been one of the best decisions I have made in…
Read moreI really cannot believe that it is almost time for me to leave Italy. The experience has been truly life changing, and I don’t think I can adequately describe it…
Read moreAs May arrives and our time abroad nears an end you can’t help but to look back and think about all the great times that have already been experienced. April…
Read moreApril has brought in the beautiful Spring weather to Italy. It has been absolutely amazing to enjoy Italy with the beautiful weather. Walking around the streets has become something of…
Read moreI cannot believe that my time abroad is coming to an end! I feel as if I am waking up from a dream that I will never forget! These past…
Read moreWell, it’s over. The most amazing four months of my life have come to a bittersweet end. I didn’t want to leave. The people I met, the places I saw,…
Read moreWell, it’s hard to believe that this is my last blog post during my study abroad term. I’m so incredibly sad to be reflecting on the end of my time…
Read moreThis was my last full month abroad, and I made sure to squeeze everything in that I could! I finished up all my papers and presentations, which was a huge…
Read moreMy time in Florence is beginning to reach an end, and I can’t believe how fast this semester has flown by! The past four months are more than cherished and…
Read moreMarch, a great month where the first signs of Spring start to show and the halfway point (spring break!!!) is finally here. This month, I went to Spiaggia di Meta,…
Read moreAprile in Italia (and wrapping up the quick final week and a half of May) So being in Sorrento, you must know the biggest city near us is Napoli (Naples)….
Read moreI will be forever grateful for the opportunities that SAI has so kindly given me. The scholarship that I received greatly contributed to the chance of me being able to…
Read moreStudy abroad wasn’t just a semester away to me; it was a learning experience and a time to branch away from my comfort zone. This experience as a whole has…
Read moreMy experience with SAI in Rome was incredible. Rome itself was amazing and the staff of SAI and the program itself helped further my experience that much more. Before I…
Read moreAt SAI we are proud of our highly qualified, well trained staff, most of whom have been with SAI for 10+ years! We think this sets SAI apart and makes…
Read moreMy experience so far has been amazing. Just the ability to walk around and learn in a city with traditions older than my country is beyond belief. I cannot think…
Read moreMy time spent in Milan truly changed my outlook on life & the decision to study abroad was easily one of the best things I have ever decided to do….
Read moreI have now been back in the United States for two weeks. After the initial period in which there were seemingly endless things to do (bags to unpack, friends and…
Read moreMy semester abroad started with a whirl wind of emotions resulting arriving in a foreign country I had always dreamed of going to but also being so far from the…
Read moreBesides being able to see the world, before embarking abroad I envisioned this opportunity as a way to become more culturally diverse, as well as a chance for me to…
Read moreI studied abroad in Sorrento, Italy through Study Abroad Italy for the Spring 2013 term, which was my last semester of my undergraduate studies. I was extremely fortunate to have…
Read moreThis program has impacted my study abroad experience dramatically. It is just such an amazing program that prepares you and guides you through this experience to make it the best…
Read moreAfter traveling far away from my familiar everyday life, meeting new extraordinary people, discovering a mere fraction of what the world has to offer, I feel like a completely changed…
Read moreLooking back over my months studying and traveling in Italy, I feel an intense bittersweet twist in my heart. Spending a semester abroad was the scariest, most challenging, most joy-filled…
Read moreWe are excited to welcome Nicole as our summer intern! What’s your name? Nicole Eason What school do you attend? Saint Mary’s College of California Which program did you attend…
Read moreTrying to sum up my experience abroad in one short letter is an almost impossible task, but I ask that you bear with me as I attempt to convey how…
Read moreI can’t believe that my time here is already half-way over. It feels alternatively like I’ve been here forever and like I got here yesterday. Everyday I am so grateful…
Read moreWhen I first arrived in Florence, I was not sure what to expect. I had read a little bit about Italian culture and what kind of etiquettes you should have….
Read moreLeaving the country for the first time to study abroad for an extended period of time was an exciting but also frightening thought with so many things in…
Read moreI was sitting on the Metro train yesterday pontificating, as most Metro riders do, and I realized something about myself and about all the people around me: we have all…
Read moreAt SAI we are proud of our highly qualified, well trained staff, many of whom have been with SAI for 10+ years! We think this sets SAI apart and makes…
Read moreNicole was selected as our SAI Summer Intern. Below she talks about her first 2 weeks at SAI’s main office in Sebastopol, California. I nervously began my journey up to…
Read moreMy five weeks in Sorrento, Italy were by far some of the best weeks of my life. I am so blessed that I got to experience real life in Italy…
Read moreNicole was selected as our SAI Summer Intern. Below she talks about her last 2 weeks at SAI’s main office in Sebastopol, California. Four weeks into my internship and I…
Read moreMy semester is already 2/3 over, and so far, I’ve been learning how to adjust to the slow-pace of Italy, how to set aside time to paint (because it is…
Read moreProfessor Anthony Viscardi was selected as the 2013/14 SAI Faculty Fellow in Florence. The Faculty Fellows Program recognizes faculty from SAI’s U.S. affiliate colleges and universities who are engaged in…
Read moreWhen I look back at my study abroad experience in Italy, the only thing I could think of was “Six weeks wasn’t enough.” It’s true. Six weeks is too short…
Read moreProfessor Mary Ann McGarry from Plymouth State University was selected as the 2012/13 SAI Faculty Fellow in Rome. The Faculty Fellows Program recognizes faculty from SAI’s U.S. affiliate colleges and…
Read moreIt’s hard to believe that this summer has ended. Not only did time fly by, but I had the time of my life. When people ask (which they always do),…
Read moreAfter arriving in Rome soaking wet and exhausted I quickly unpacked. After unpacking I laid on my bed talking to my new roommate. Once everyone in my apartment had arrived…
Read moreSAI is thrilled to announce the launch of new programs in two destination cities: Barcelona, Spain and Paris, France! In keeping with SAI’s tradition of excellence, our new partner schools…
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