Since 2007, Gustolab International partners with the University of Illinois to provide interdisciplinary study and intern abroad programs in the Spring, Summer and Fall.
As cliché as it sounds, studying abroad really does change your life. For me, Gustolab has opened my eyes to the world of incredible wine, olive oil and food production in general. Sustainability is definitely something I want to implement in my life and in my diet. Come with an open mind and allow yourself to be blown away by the Italian language, food and vital environmental issues.
Courses are experiential. They include curricular activities, practicums, meetings with specialists and experts, and tastings. Project work with local students is included.
Overnight field studies include organized trips to the south or north of Italy.
Students can complete a customized academic internship
All courses & the internship are pre-approved by University of Illinois for credits.
Students live in shared apartments in the Rome city center experiencing daily Roman life.
Students have access to the Gustolab International Director and course instructors for academic support.
A student services advisor provides cross-cultural education and mediation.
Students receive various types of support to aid in their pre-departure planning and life in Rome.
COSTS & HOW TO APPLY
- Application portal for the Illinois Programs in Italy
- LAS International Programs
WITHDRAWAL POLICY FOR SPRING & FALL SEMESTERS
TUITION: The withdrawal fee immediately after commitment and up to 60 days before the beginning of a semester program is $1500. Refunds after the commitment to a semester program are as follows:
- A 50% refund will be made if students withdraw 30-60 days before the beginning of the semester program.
- No refunds will be made if withdrawal is made within 30 days of the beginning of a semester program.
- Upon arrival in Italy, no refund will be made for any reason whatsoever in case the student decides to withdraw from the program, or change the number of courses or cancel, change or vacate the assigned housing.
HOUSING: After commitment to the semester program, the following refund policy will apply if a student withdraws from the program:
- A 100% refund if withdrawal is 60 days before the start date
- A 50% refund if withdrawal is between 31-59 days before the start date
- No refunds if withdrawal is made between the start date – 30 days before the start date
WITHDRAWAL POLICY/CHARGES FOR SUMMER TERM
| Program Withdrawal Charges | Date of Withdrawal |
| $1,000 regardless of individual student’s program costs | Time of commitment up to 60 days prior to program start date |
| 50% of individual student program costs | 60-30 days prior to program start date |
| 100% of individual student program costs | 30 days prior to program start date |
Upon arrival in Italy, no refund will be made for any reason whatsoever in case the student decides to withdraw from the program, or change the number of courses or cancel, change or vacate the assigned housing
