
Semester
Our semester-length program at the Spring Hill College Italy Center offers students the opportunity to live and learn in Bologna while remaining rooted in the academic excellence, close community, and Jesuit values of Spring Hill College.
Designed for a full semester abroad, the program combines engaging coursework, cultural immersion, and meaningful travel experiences, allowing students to deepen their global perspective while making Italy their home for a few months.
Program | Arrival date | Departure date | Application deadline |
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Fall 2026 | Sat 05-Sep-2026 | Sat 12-Dec-2026 | Wed 01-Apr-2026 |
Spring 2027 | Fri 15-Jan-2027 | Fri 30-Apr-2027 | Fri 02-Oct-2026 |
What you'll be doing during your semester in Bologna
Program inclusions
Exclusions: Airfare, passport, visa, personal expenses, weekend meals
Cost of attendance
If you are a students from a partner institution, please reach out to your study abroad office for more information. If you are a Spring Hill College student or a student looking to attend from a non-partner institution, please connect with us at italy@shc.edu.




































Sample program schedule by month
1
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Student arrival in Bologna and move-in
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Orientation programming and housing orientation
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Introductions to Italy Center staff, resources, and community expectations
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Academic advising and course information sessions
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Workshops on health, safety, wellness, and daily life in Bologna
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Neighborhood walks, cultural orientation, and community-building activities
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Course-specific orientation sessions and program travel preparation
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Orientation travel experience
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Classes begin
2
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Add/drop period and academic advising
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Course-related site visits and experiential learning activities
3
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Continued coursework and on-site learning experiences
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Mid-semester workshops, retreats, and community events
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Mid-semester travel experience
4
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Continued coursework and site-based class experiences
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Final academic deadlines
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End-of-semester banquet or celebration
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Final papers and projects due
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Residence hall closes at noon on the last day of the semester




