Italy Study Abroad

Step Into a Global Experience of Faith and Service in Italy

Italy is rich in natural and cultural beauty. From May 11–23, 2027, students will participate in an immersive study abroad experience in Italy.

The trip centers around questions about Living Well in Creation. As we explore Italy, we will be considering the interplay between nature, culture, and human vocation.

There are a number of General Education and Graduation requirements the trip courses could help students satisfy:

• Area 3, Humanities: PHIL 100 – Introduction to Philosophy
• Area 6: ICS 300 – Orientation Study Abroad
• Area 7B: BLIT 201 – Bible and the Environment
• Upper-division credits: PHIL 486 – Topics in Philosophy

This trip is open to all FPU students.

Note: The trip is being planned and has been provisionally approved by the FPU Travel Committee.

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Tentative Itinerary

• Rome: Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Vatican, Catacombs
• Tivoli: Villa Adriana, Villa d’Este
• Assisi: St. Francis of Assisi pilgrimage
• Florence: Accademia/David, Santa Croce, Dante House, Ponte Vecchio
• Venice: Doge’s Palace tour, St. Mark’s
• South Lake Garda: Scenic northern Italy experience

Cost

• Estimated cost is approximately $3,999 for FPU full-time students.
• Please contact Nathan Carson or Eric Vail for more details.

Credit and Courses

• The courses will be offered in a 2+1 format—2 credits in Spring 2027 and 1 credit in Summer 2027.
• PHIL 100 – Introduction to Philosophy
• BLIT 201 – Bible and the Environment
• ICS 300 – Orientation Study Abroad
• PHIL 486 – Topics in Philosophy