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IES Milan

A city skyline with a mix of buildings with dull and vibrant colors. Although many of the buildings are around the same height, some thin, tall spires break up the monotony.
Students mill about a classroom with many mannequins wearing different styles of  black and white clothes.

IES Financial Aid Opportunity
Semester students: Receive up to $7000 in scholarships/aid, including an automatic $1000 grant!
Summer students: Receive up to $3000 in scholarships/aid!

You can apply for aid from IES Abroad before you’ve completed your IES program application.
IES Abroad aid amounts are confirmed within five days of submitting your aid application.
Study Abroad Scholarships & Aid Application | IES Abroad

Please note:
You are responsible for obtaining the visa prior to departure. IAP will provide guidance regarding this process. The visa application process requires a lot of paperwork and multiple steps. A valid passport is required in order to begin the visa application process.  If you need to
apply for a new passport or renew your current passport, please do so. You will begin the visa application process shortly after being accepted to the program.

Talk to a representative for this program at the Study Abroad Fair.

Italy, Milan

Offered through IES, the IES Milan program is an approved UW affiliate program and offers courses in a variety of subject areas. Witness some of the world’s finest performers at Teatro alla Scala, the world-renowned opera house, observe fashion executives to see how successful businesses are run, and, of course, find your favorite spots for pizza and gelato when you study in this magnificent city.

Apply through this program page if you are interested in the following tracks:

Italy Today

Fashion Design & Merchandising

The Business Studies track is managed separately through Wisconsin School of Business Global Programs.

You will enroll in courses at one of several local universities along with taking courses at the IES Abroad Center. You will work closely with both IAP and IES on this program. You can access the program's main information page through the IES website to learn more about the academics, housing, excursions and activities, and location.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to providing quality study abroad and domestic study away programs for every UW-Madison student. We work strategically to identify, address, and remove barriers that may prevent participation and to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for students. Our staff actively engages with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds and prioritizes the continuous development of our knowledge and cultural competence. We also recognize the importance of increasing access to study abroad for historically underrepresented student populations. We are committed to diversity and inclusion so that every student can engage with and understand their identity through a new lens and continue to develop and make progress on their personal, professional, and academic goals.

Sustainability

We recognize that the future of study abroad, domestic study away, and international internship programming requires a Commitment to Sustainability. We are devoted to examining, developing, and improving sustainability in all our endeavors, aligning with campus priorities and following through with UW-Madison's climate action and Resilience Commitment. Join our efforts and learn more about how to study abroad sustainably.

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Eligibility

  • 2.75 cumulative GPA
  • Sophomore, Junior, Senior
  • Open to UW-Madison degree-seeking students only
  • Good academic and disciplinary standing
  • At the time of application and the semester prior to participation, UW-Madison students must be currently enrolled. Transfer Students to UW-Madison need to be currently enrolled at their home institution

Advising Location

Program Structure

Provider

Subjects

Art, Art History, Humanities, Social Science, Business

Classroom Language

Italian, English

Housing

Apartments, Local Hosts, Residence Hall

Program Duration

Academic Year: September - May
Fall: Early September - Mid-December
Spring: Mid-January- Mid-May

Application Deadline(s)

Spring 2026-27 - [Italy Today Track OR Fashion, Design & Merchandising Track] 9/4/2026 Cost Details
Year 2027-28 - [Italy Today Track OR Fashion, Design & Merchandising Track] 3/5/2027 Cost Details
Fall 2027-28 - [Italy Today Track OR Fashion, Design & Merchandising Track] 3/5/2027 Cost Details

Future durations will be posted at a later date.

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You take between 15-18 credits on this program. Italian language is required (4-6 credits).

Select an IES Milan academic track to focus on your academic goals. For specific details on courses, sylllabi, and specific program details, visit the specific IES program page:

Italy Today

Fashion Design & Merchandising

Take courses at both the IES Abroad Center as well as at a local partner university. Enrolling in a partner university course is a great way to meet local students and experience the Italian education system firsthand.

Regardless of the track you select, you may take courses across disciplines.

There is the option of doing an internship for credit on this program.

Course Equivalents

Use the links below to see a list of courses that past students have taken on this program and the UW equivalents. Note: This list only includes pre-approved courses for your program and may not be an exhaustive list of courses, departments or equivalents. Courses may not be available the semester you are abroad. You will receive instructions on the course equivalent process after acceptance. View Course Equivalents