Spending a semester abroad in Italy is a perfect opportunity for high school students to experience life in one of Europe’s most vibrant and diverse countries—without committing to a full academic year. Whether you travel in the fall or spring, you’ll live with a welcoming Italian host family, attend a local high school, and become part of the everyday rhythm of Italian life. From weekend outings to historic towns to afternoon conversations over antipasti, each moment helps you build confidence, gain independence, and strengthen your Italian language skills. This high school study abroad experience offers the perfect mix of learning, travel, and cultural exchange for any curious and motivated exchange student.

The program cost includes:

• Round-trip international airfare from New York to Europe and South Africa, from Miami to Brazil and Argentina, from Los Angeles to Asia/Pacific.

• Comprehensive health, accidental death, and travel insurance

• Host family recruitment and screening

• Enrollment in a local high school and mandatory school fees

• Mandatory school books

• Ongoing support by an ASSE Representative in the home and host countries

• Monthly information letters

• Pre-departure and post-arrival Orientation Meetings

• Initial language instruction in non-English-speaking countries (School Year and Semester Programs only)

• 24/7 emergency support

• ASSE flight bag

The program fee does not include:

• Domestic travel from home to international gateway city

• Passport and visa fees

• School uniform (if required)

• Optional field trips (if offered)

• School lunch money (if necessary), and pocket money. 

Application Deadline for Fall Departure – April 1

Application Deadline for January Departure – September 15