Italy

The offerings in Sorrento promise to prepare graduates to live as involved and caring citizens of a global society, our study abroad program at Sant'Anna Institute will establish a foundation for lifelong learning, foster an understanding of global culture, and better equip the participant to ‘hit the ground running' after graduation. The innumerable cultural assets of the area and independent travel opportunities promise an incomparable learning experience for students of all disciplines.The beautiful scenery of the Gulf of Naples and the safe and welcoming city of Sorrento provide the setting for an unforgettable educational experience. Students can participate in internship and open study in fall, spring, or summer sessions.

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• Campania regional information
• Study abroad student blogs and videos
• Estimate of costs
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Opportunities in Sorrento, Italy:

Study abroad options are available for many programs.

There are many options for general studies in Sorrento and courses can also be paired with either a 3- or 6-credit internship. Consider how your own degree goals might align with a semester or summer session in this beautiful location.

Open Studies can take place:

• Fall Semester*
• Spring Semester*
• Summer Session(s) I, II, or both (5-10 weeks)

*Italian Study Visa required for semester long studies.

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For detailed information and detailed course descriptions on the types of courses available please visit Sant'Anna course description web page.

The region of Campania which surrounds Sorrento possesses an immensely important architectural heritage that extends back to the age of Homer. Within easy reach are the Greek cities of Paestum and Cuma; the Roman cities of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Puteoli; the Roman villas of Oplonti and Castellamare; the Renaissance and Baroque architecture of Naples; and the traditional Mediterranean townscapes of Ravello, Amalfi, Capri, Ischia, and Sorrento itself. The innumerable cultural assets of the area and independent travel opportunities promise an incomparable learning experience for students of all disciplines.

Faculty and Alfred State students will travel together in January to Sorrento, and, at the end of the term, students will be free to travel independently before returning to the US. Classes in Sorrento will commence in January and end in May. Apply Now to study abroad.

Studying abroad in Sorrento, Italy, is a once-in-a-life time experience with the potential to benefit participants in myriad ways. For example, employers are increasingly interested in students who have international experience. Although the benefits can be numerous, Alfred State officials realize finances are an important consideration in all aspects of the education experience. To provide current financial information, cost sheets are available from the Office of International Education by contacting studyabroad@alfredstate.edu.

Students participating in the Alfred State Sorrento study abroad program pay the same tuition and fees as all Alfred State students. Students participating in this program also pay for international insurance and a program fee.

Application Deadlines

• Applications for spring semester are due by May*
• Fall semester applications are due by February*
• Winter applications are due by October*
• Summer applications due by March*

Acceptance into programs will be conditional until students confirm acceptance by pay a non-refundable deposit of $500, which goes directly towards the overall program fee and secures the students place in the program. 

* These are the campus preferred deadlines, which allot for ample student preparation and fundraising but exceptions and extensions can be made on a case by case bases.  If you are interested but the deadline has passed, please reach out.

Interested students should email studyabroad@alfredstate.edu for more information about the application process and up to date costing sheets.

While studying abroad, internship opportunities are possible in many areas including but not limited to:

• Business administration, communication and marketing
• Sport fitness management
• Hospitality
• Culinary arts
• Baking
• Journalism
• Architecture and interior design
• Environmental studies
• Veterinary science
• Higher education civic engagement

Internship placement can occur during the Fall, Spring or Summer and can be tailored to suit various credit hours:

• Lower level BUAD 1043 Occupational Experience 3 credits
• Upper level Internship
  • TMGT 8103 3 credits
  • TMGT 8106 6 credits
  • TMGT 8109 9 credits
  • TMGT 8112 12 credits

Most students select a 3 or 6 credit internship experience balancing the work experience with courses applicable to their degree. Alfred State program coordinators will work with Sant’Anna and interested students to find the appropriate placement given students desires and abilities.

Although most internships can be conducted in English, your ability to navigate the Italian language will certainly provide you with a more robust experience. If students do not have prior experience with the language we highly recommend pairing your internship with an Italian course. The more effort you put in, the greater your overall experience will be and the more marketable you become.

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