Core Courses with Creativity & Culture Sorrento, Italy

About the Program

Partnering with the Sant’Anna Institute, on the majestic cliffs of Sorrento, Italy, this program is offered exclusively during the May-mester 2020. This program is a hybrid course. Students will complete work on line before and immediately following the three-week stay in Sorrento, Italy. While studying in Sorrento, students will participate in cultural excursions and field experiences on location in Rome, throughout the Sorrento area, and the Amalfi Coast. Students will examine, explore, and experience the Italian culture while creating digital photography, multimedia journalism, and strategic social media.

This program is designed for undergraduate students working to complete core requirements or electives while learning in a culturally rich environment. ART 376 fulfills the Fine Arts core requirement. COMM 452 can be counted as an IS core requirement, an elective, or an upper level communications course towards the Communication major or minor and or the Strategic Social Media Certificate or Minor.

Participation in the program is open to students in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and good standing with Student Affairs. Enrollment in the course is limited and will fill. Secure your space today by enrolling in the applying online.

How to Apply

• Apply by clicking below and creating a Traveler Account. 
• Search for the Sorrento Maymester program and apply!
• Submit $300 non-refundable deposit by clicking here.
  • Need help? Download payment instructions.
• Application & $300 deposit deadline: February 15, 2020

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Courses

Choose two courses:

• ART 376: Shooting like the Italian Masters
• COMM 452/IS 305: International Multimedia Journalism - Communication, Culture, & the Amalfi Coast

Program Dates

• Online Pre-Departure Coursework: April 27 to May 2
• 3 Weeks in Italy: May 1 - May 23 (Rome to Sorrento to Rome)
• Online Post-Departure Coursework: May 25 to June 20

Prices

• 2 Courses and 6 Credits: $4,325
• Italy Program Fee: $375

Tuition and Program fee includes:

• Housing: Double or triple occupancy on site dormitories
• Program related excursions
• 24-hour on-site support
• International medical & accident insurance

NOTE: Airfare and meals are not included. Students should arrive and depart the Rome airport.

If you received a Pell grant in the Fall or Spring, funding might be available to help you take classes abroad this summer, you should reach out to your financial aid counselor for questions/help.

Contact

Dr. Annmarie Kent-Willette

• awillet@ju.edu  
• (904) 256-8934

JU Study Abroad & Away

• abroad@ju.edu  
• (904) 256-7295