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Study Abroad Programs

Programs

Students Across the World

What is offered academically by Sant’Anna covers a wide range of disciplines from Italian Studies to Social and Natural Sciences, from Classical Studies to Business & Management, from Arts & Humanities to Health Sciences, There are also internships programs for credits and service-learning projects.

The main goal for the programs is to enrich students’ personal and cultural education, in particular by enhancing their global skills and intercultural competencies, in order to help students become citizens aware in the globalized world.

Our courses take advantage of the best that our territory can offer as they are located in the middle of the Mediterranean and at the center of a crucial area for the birth and development of Western civilization.

The courses include:

  • lectures in classroom
  • on-site visits and field-trips
  • research projects
  • experiential learning

 

Browse our online brochure here

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Age: 18+
    Students must be at least 18 years old to attend any Sant’Anna program
  • GPA: 2.5 MIN

 

 

Sant'Anna Institute

Programs List

Study abroad programs available for:
academic-year

Academic Year

A full academic year abroad, discovering a new culture and becoming part of the local community
$19.99 $30.00
spring-semester

Spring Semester

Explore 360° of Sorrento, the local life before the tourism season begins and the excitement welcoming summer and visitors from all corners of the globe
$19.99 $30.00
Summer-Term-2019

Summer Term

Spend 5 or 10 weeks on the Mediterranean strengthening your resume with an international internship or taking classes towards your degree
$19.99 $30.00
Fall Semester | Sant’Anna Institute Sorrento

Fall Semester

Arrive in Sorrento and bask in summer weather, experience the harvest, and return home in time for the holidays
$19.99 $30.00
High-School-Summer-Program

J-term Program

Immerse yourself in the Italian language and culture and become a global citizen
$19.99 $30.00
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Maymester Program

Spend your Maymester in Sorrento and earn credits toward your degree
$19.99 $30.00
Internship | Sant’Anna Institute Sorrento

Internship

An internship in a field setting as well as academic coursework for reflection and documentation of the skills practiced
$19.99 $30.00
Internship | Sant’Anna Institute Sorrento

Virtual Internship

An internship in a field setting as well as academic coursework for reflection and documentation of the skills practiced
$19.99 $30.00
gap-year

Gap Year Program

Spend your gap year in Sorrento building resume and broadening your global & intercultural skills
$19.99 $30.00
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Honors Program

Show your talent and deepen your research skills within an international context
$19.99 $30.00
Faculty-Led Program | Sant’Anna Institute Sorrento

Faculty-Led Program

A unique tailormade abroad experience in Italy for faculty & students
$19.99 $30.00

Academic Calendar

Summer 2024

 

MONTH DATE DAY EVENT
March 2024 1 Friday Summer Application Deadline
May 2024
June 2024
26
29
Sunday
Saturday
 Summer 1
June
August 2024
30
3
Sunday
Saturday
 Summer 2
May 2024
August 2024
26
3
Sunday
Saturday
 Summer 3

 

Fall 2024

 

MONTH DATE DAY EVENT
June 2024 20 Thursday Application Deadline
August 2024 25 Sunday Arrival and Housing Check-in
26 Monday Orientation – Courses Begin
October 2024 12-20 Sat – Sun Fall Break
December 2024 13 Friday Courses End
14 Saturday Departure and Housing Check-out

J-term 2025

 

MONTH DATE DAY EVENT
November 2024 15 Friday Application Deadline
January 2025 5 Sunday Arrival and Housing Check-in
6 MOnday Orientation – Courses Begin
January 2025 24 Friday Courses End
25 Saturday
Departure and Housing Check-out

Spring 2025

 

MONTH DATE DAY EVENT
October 2024 30 Wednesday Application Deadline
January 2025 26 Sunday Arrival and Housing Check-in
27 Monday Orientation – Courses Begin
March 2025 14-23 Sat-Sun Spring Break
May 2025 9 Friday Courses End
10 Saturday Departure and Housing Check-out

Maymester 2025

 

MONTH DATE DAY EVENT
February 2025 15 Saturday Application Deadline
May 2025 11 Sunday Arrival and Housing Check-in
12 MOnday Orientation – Courses Begin
May 2025 30 Friday Courses End
31 Saturday
Departure and Housing Check-out

Summer 2025

 

MONTH DATE DAY EVENT
March 2025 1 Saturday Summer Application Deadline

June 2025

July 2025

1
5
Sunday
Saturday
 Summer 1
July 2025
August 2025
6
9
Sunday
Saturday
 Summer 2
June 2025
August 2025
1
9
Sunday
Saturday
 Summer 3

 

Fall 2025

 

MONTH DATE DAY EVENT
June 2025 20 Friday Application Deadline
August 2025 31 Sunday Arrival and Housing Check-in
September 1 Monday Orientation – Courses Begin
October 2025 18-26 Sat – Sun Fall Break
December 2025 12 Friday Courses End
13 Saturday Departure and Housing Check-out

Start a new Experience

Fill out the form alongside choosing between our Study abroad programs in which to participate and start your new adventure in Italy.


Frequently asked questions

FAQs

Sant’Anna Institute is located overlooking the Marina Grande of Sorrento, a small and safe city on the Bay of Naples. The Institute is located a short 15 minute walk from the center of town and 20 minutes from the Sorrento Station.

 

From the train station, it is easy to reach any city in Italy, as well as the gems of the Amalfi Coast. Naples, the closest metropolitan city, is about an hour away, making travel very convenient.

Absolutely not. We offer Italian courses at every level from Beginner to Post Advanced. Upon arrival, your Italian level will be evaluated and you will be placed in the proper class.

 

Furthermore, all of our staff speak a proficient level of English, ensuring you will not be lost during your time here.

Our students enjoy a plethora of opportunities to explore the region and get to know the Sorrentine community. Internships: During their time at Sant’Anna students can participate in an comprehensive internship related to their field of study. This is a wonderful way to gain relevant work experience and develop as a professional in an international environment.

 

Service Learning: These are projects that accompany specific courses allowing the community to become a “living” text and source of data for classwork while giving something back to your new home. Excursions and Field Trips: There are three excursions per semester (one per summer term) included in the program.

Aside from Italian language classes, all of our courses are given in English. For a list of courses and descriptions please visit this link: http://www.santannainstitute.com/courses-and-description/

To accommodate our students, we offer full year, Spring and Fall semester, summer sessions, as well as J-term and Maymester programs.

To relieve some of the financial burden of studying abroad, we offer various merit-based grants, as well as a scholarship available to Golden Key members. For more information, please navigate to the “Tuition & Grants” tab.

Yes. Our courses are accredited through our partner university Jacksonville University, making transferring credits an easy process.

We are very lucky to be able to offer a students an abundance of facilities, including free Wi-Fi throughout the building, a library, a student lounge, an organic garden right outside the door, 24-hour assistance to students, an offsite English speaking doctor if medical assistance is required, as well as a newly renovated residence hall on the third and fourth floors of our building.

As mentioned above, we have a residence hall with ensuite double or triple rooms equipped with Wi-Fi, a mini-fridge, and linens. There is a fully furnished kitchen on the third floor where students can comfortably prepare their own meals and store food. Students can also elect to live with a trusted host family or in apartments located in the city.